The organizational structure of Texas’ state court system was originally laid out in Article V of the State Constitution adopted in 1891. Piecemeal and ad hoc restructuring over the intervening years have resulted in an antiquated system full of irregularities, inconsistencies, and overlapping jurisdictions.In order to bring simplicity and rationality to the legal process, the system’s organization and administration should be reformed.
Criminal Justice
America’s Promise to Veterans Shouldn’t End Behind Bars
The 250th birthday of the United States has been a time of celebration and reflection across the nation. It’s a moment to honor our proud history, our values, our freedoms, and the men and women in uniform who, across generations, have bravely fought to preserve them. However, in 1999, just two years before America deployed...
August 1, 2026