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John Placette
REPUBLICAN
John Placette is running for Fort Bend Justice of the Peace, Justice Precinct 3, Republican Primary.
Personal background
John Placette has an undergraduate diploma in pastoral theology from the University of St. Thomas and St. Mary’s Seminary in Houston. He has a wife and four children. He is an ordained Deacon at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Richmond.
Professional background
John is a civil chief investigator at the Fort Bend County Attorney's Office. He previously worked as a district supervisor at the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission, a criminal sergeant at the Harris County Precinct 1 Constable's Office, and a sergeant at the Fort Bend County Sheriff's Office. He also served as a patrolman at the Sugar Land Police Department.
Political background
John previously ran for Fort Bend County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2, Place 2, in 2024 but did not win. He is currently the chief investigator for the Fort Bend County Attorney's Office.
Legal Experience
Has 40 years of legal experience across civil, criminal, and regulatory roles.
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Judicial Administration
Believes Fort Bend County taxpayers "deserve a strong return on their investment."
Thinks transparency is "critical" in judicial administration.
Believes "accessibility is fundamental" for a Justice of the Peace.
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Judicial Philosophy
Believes judges should evaluate cases "based on their merits and avoid artificially reducing dockets through lenient dispositions or symbolic penalties."
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Ethics & Conduct
As of January 22, 2026, John Placette’s website did not contain information on this issue.
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Community Involvement
As of January 22, 2026, John Placette’s website did not contain information on this issue.
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