A San Antonio native and graduate of the University of Texas law school, Mery has practiced law since 1982 and served as a judge since 1999, presiding over Bexar County Court of Law No. 12 and the 37th District Court before winning a 2020 special election for the 144th District Court. He also worked in private practice and as an assistant district attorney in Bexar County and assistant attorney general for Texas.
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Why should voters choose you?
Voters should choose me because I bring to the bench a wealth of experience that is unmatched in its breadth and depth. Having served with distinction in three courts, I am a trusted judge who is well known to be absolutely fair in each case and to render thoughtful sentencing decisions. Moreover, I have presided over hundreds of criminal and civil jury trials.
What do you see as the top challenge facing our local court system, and how should it be addressed?
The top challenge facing our local court system is a lack of sufficient resources to address critical needs for support personnel and adequate facilities. The solution is to allocate more funds to our justice system.
