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EMPOWERING AND
UNITING DALLAS
WHAT DOES A JUSTICE OF THE PEACE DO?
What does a Justice of the Peace do?
A Justice of the Peace is a trial court JUDGE that handles some of the most common and impactful cases people face, including evictions, credit card debt and small claims lawsuits up to $20,000, and low-level criminal matters. The judge presiding over this courtroom rules on evidence, procedure, and due process, often in cases where one or both sides do not have a lawyer.
Texas law allows people who are not attorneys to run for this position because there are not enough attorneys willing to run in rural parts of Texas.
Dallas voters have a choice, and Dallas Democrats have consistently voted for attorneys over non-attorneys.
Dallas Justice of the Peace Courts handle high volume cases such as:
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Lawsuits up to $20,000
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Credit card debt cases
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Evictions
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Landlord-tenant disputes
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Traffic ticket cases
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and more!
Meet Katelyn
Katelyn has represented more than 500 clients in Texas Justice of the Peace courts in the last year alone. If elected, she will apply the law fairly to ALL.
Katelyn is a highly experienced civil litigation and criminal defense attorney. She has also been a mediator since 2018. She is running for judge of this court because she wants to serve her community.
She has nearly a decade of legal experience that includes 6 years as a licensed attorney and three years of law school. She is the ONLY attorney running to be judge of this court.
Justice of the Peace is a legal job not a political job.
A Justice of the Peace is a trial courtroom Judge.
EDUCATION:
Texas Southern University - Thurgood Marshall School of Law
Juris Doctor (J.D.), Cum Laude
University of Houston Law Center - Visiting Student
Energy, Environment, and Natural Resources Law
Texas State University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A) in International Studies with a focus in North African/Middle Eastern Studies
EXPERIENCE:
Katelyn gained civil litigation experience as an attorney at multiple large law firms before opening her own law firm, where she continues to serve clients as a small business owner in Dallas. Katelyn has practiced in numerous Justice of the Peace courts along with County and District courts throughout Texas. She is also licensed in Federal court.
Katelyn has represented clients charged with Class A and Class B criminal misdemeanors through a state-funded Indigent Defense Public Defender Program, providing dedicated legal advocacy to individuals that could not afford an attorney. She has also volunteered her time to assist with pro bono expunctions in the community.
While in law school, Katelyn interned at a District Attorney office and learned about financial crimes such as identity theft, forgery, and credit card reader scams. These crimes often target seniors in our community.
She has represented hundreds of clients facing lawsuits over alleged credit card debt and has tried more than 500 cases in Texas Justice of the Peace courts within the past year. Cases involving debt are the most common type of civil lawsuit filed in Texas Justice of the Peace courts. Katelyn also has experience defending tenants/renters facing eviction.*
Throughout her career, Katelyn has practiced in courts across Texas, handling a wide range of matters.
*IMPORTANT NOTE: My background as an attorney has strengthened my appreciation for fairness and due process. If elected, I will bring that understanding to the bench while remaining impartial—every case will be decided on its facts and the law, not on my past work or personal views.
COMMITMENT TO SERVICE:
Katelyn has volunteered her time to assist with many pro bono projects since becoming an attorney. She has also welcomed high school students to job shadow her for school projects, and enjoys mentoring students interested in pursuing a career in law. She remains involved in her HBCU law school’s alumni chapter and is active in Dallas Trial Lawyers Association as a member of the Board of Directors.
While in law school Katelyn was President of her law school's chapter of AIEN (Association of International Energy Negotiators) and she was also inducted into Order of Barristers, a prestigious national honor society.
Please click "READ MORE" for additional bio information.
Katelyn's campaign is driven by a commitment to justice, integrity, and transparency.
Vision for Justice of the Peace Pct. 5, Pl. 2
Katelyn will deliver modern, accessible justice that meets the needs of a diverse and growing community, if elected. She will work to expand technology and language access in the court.
If elected, she will strive to ensure legal processes are fair and efficient, so that cases are resolved quickly and fairly.
Katelyn is a Lifelong Democrat
While in university she held a leadership role as a TXST College Democrats Board Member. She has held various other leadership positions during her career. Katelyn is passionate about protecting the environment, and fighting for human rights when she is not in the courtroom advocating for clients.
Here is the plan...
PRIORITIES:
Modern, Accessible Justice
Increased Court Efficiency
Community Education
Fair Evictions
WHY VOTE FOR KATELYN LOGIE?
Justice of the Peace judges in Texas are not required to be attorneys. Katelyn Logie is an ATTORNEY. This court has jurisdiction over lawsuits up to $20,000 and evictions. The judge presides over jury trials and decides guilt or innocence in criminal cases.
If elected, I will use my knowledge and experience to apply the law fairly and consistently, so that every person’s right to due process is respected.
To Get Involved:
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If you are able to donate, all donations are greatly appreciated. Donating helps to cover the cost of printing campaign materials, mailers, and other campaign expenses.
If you are able to join us for block walking or if you have any questions, please email katelyn@logieforjustice.com.
ELECTION INFO.:
When is the election?
Early Voting - February 17 - 27, 2026
Election Day - March 3, 2026
RUNOFF EARLY VOTING - May 18-22, 2026
RUNOFF ELECTION DAY - May 26, 2026
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Core Objectives
Community Legal Workshops
Promote Transparency
Increase Access to Justice
Increase Efficiency
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Justice of the Peace do?
A Justice of the Peace is a judge that handles some of the most common and impactful cases people face, including evictions, credit card debt and small claims lawsuits up to $20,000, and low-level criminal matters. Judges in these courts rule on evidence, procedure, and due process, often in cases where one or both sides do not have a lawyer. IMPORTANT NOTE: Many voter guides incorrectly state the amount that you can be sued for in this court. It is $20,000. Many guides also incorrectly state the types of cases this court handles. My website provides accurate and up to date information on this.
Why should legal experience and knowledge matter for this role?
Justice of the Peace is a legal position, not a ceremonial or political one. Judges must apply statutes, rules of evidence, and constitutional protections fairly and consistently. Legal experience helps ensure decisions are correct, efficient, and respectful of everyone’s rights, especially in high-volume courts where mistakes can have serious consequences.
Can someone be a good Justice of the Peace without being a lawyer?
Texas law does not require a Justice of the Peace judge to be a lawyer, but voters should understand that justice courts decide real legal disputes involving housing and money. Texas law does not even require the judge of this court to have a high school education. The nonexistent educational requirements to run for this bench are in place so that our rural Texas courts will not have empty benches. The rural courts handle very few cases per year compared to the thousands of cases Justice of the Peace courts in big citites like Dallas preside over. 80% of our Justice of the Peace judges in Dallas are attorneys. Legal training and courtroom experience can reduce errors, promote fairness, and help cases move efficiently without sacrificing due process. An attorney has never lost an election in Dallas County to a non attorney when running to be judge of a Justice of the Peace court.
Why not choose a community leader instead of an attorney?
Community leadership is valuable, but judging requires neutrality rather than advocacy. Community leaders often work to advance causes or represent constituents. Judges must step out of that role entirely and apply the law evenly, even when the outcome is difficult or unpopular. Legal experience helps judges do that responsibly.
How does your background prepare you for this court?
I have extensive experience practicing in Texas justice courts and handling high-volume dockets. I understand how these courts function day to day and how judicial decisions affect real people. That experience prepares me to serve fairly and competently from day one.
What does fairness look like in a justice court?
Fairness means every person is heard, court rules are applied consistently, and decisions are based on the law rather than politics or pressure. Many people appear in justice court without an attorney, which makes it especially important that the judge understands the law and explains the process clearly.
Will you be neutral even in emotionally charged cases?
Yes. Judges must remain independent and impartial. My role is not to advocate for one side, but to apply the law fairly and consistently to the facts of each case. Judicial temperament is crucial. My law firm clients have always told me they appreciate my calm and confident demeanor.
How is this race different from other local elections?
Justice of the Peace is the only judicial position on the ballot with no educational requirement. Voters are not just choosing values or priorities, but deciding who will make legal rulings that directly affect people’s daily lives. The other candidate seeking to preside over this court is not an attorney and does not have any degrees listed on his public bios or his campaign website.
The person elected to this bench will be expected to:
• make rulings on thousands of cases and handle jury trials
• understand justice court procedures, rules of evidence, and laws
• show commitment to neutrality and due process
• demonstrate ability to manage a busy court fairly and efficiently
This role requires legal judgment, not political advocacy.
Justice of the Peace is a legal job.
Experience matters because real people live with the consequences of judicial decisions.
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