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Katina Whitfield

DEMOCRAT

Katina Whitfield is running for Dallas Justice of the Peace, Justice Precinct 2, Democratic Primary.

Personal background

Katina Whitfield is from Dallas, Texas. She lives with her two kids in Mesquite, Texas.

Professional background

Katina previously worked as the ethics and professional responsibilities coordinator for the National Federation of Paralegal Associations. She also worked as a paralegal for Mahomes Bolden PC.

Political background

Katina Whitfield is currently the Dallas County Justice of the Peace representing Precinct 2, Place 2. She was first elected in 2018 and is serving her second term.

Legal Experience

As a senior paralegal for Mahomes Bolden PC for six years, researched and drafted legal documents, organized court filings, and maintained information on the status and deadlines of ongoing cases.

As the Dallas County Justice of the Peace in Precinct 2, Place 2, for seven years, oversees cases involving minor criminal offenses and low-value civil suits, administers oaths to public officials, handles requests for orders of protection against harassment, and performs marriage ceremonies.

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Judicial Administration

Fights for stronger courts with improved security, technology, and higher wages for staff.

Introduced programs recognizing community service, ensured court accessibility during challenging times, and led efforts to foster efficiency and fairness in Dallas County Justice Courts.

As the Dallas County Justice of the Peace in Precinct 2, Place 2, worked with the county district attorney's office to dismiss 100,000 cases that were 5 years or older over a year.

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Judicial Philosophy

Committed to shaping fairness in the judicial process in Precinct 2, emphasizing the importance of swift and compassionate justice.

Opposes appointing judges, advocating for nonpartisan judicial races where the public chooses their representatives.

Believes a judge should be calm, open-minded, and understanding.

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Ethics & Conduct

As of January 22, 2026, Katina Whitfield’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Community Involvement

Involved in community through volunteering in schools, coaching sports teams, hosting youth camps, and delivering necessities to families in need, such as masks during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Actively serves in local and national organizations to uplift unheard voices beyond her city limits.

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