Vote for Ciara Parks for Justice of the Peace!

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Why I’m Running

I’m running for Justice of the Peace because representation matters. The people of Travis County deserve a judge who not only understands the law but also understands the challenges faced by those in our community.

I’ve seen firsthand how the justice system affects people and families, both in my professional work and in my personal life. As the daughter of a mother who worked tirelessly to raise four children, and as someone whose family has been impacted by addiction and incarceration, I know what it means to struggle and overcome.

The Justice of the Peace Court is often where people have their first interaction with the legal system. I want to ensure that experience is rooted in fairness, dignity, and understanding.

Priorities

  • Fair & Compassionate Justice

    Ciara will ensure every person who enters her courtroom is treated with dignity and respect, regardless of background or circumstance.

  • Mental Health & Substance Use Support

    Ciara understands the importance of addressing the root causes of many encounters with the justice system and will advocate for alternatives to incarceration when appropriate.

  • Representation Reflecting Our Community

    Ciara will bring a fresh and necessary perspective to the bench as a longtime public servant and community advocate.

  • Youth & Family Support

    With a wealth of experience in juvenile justice, Ciara is committed to restorative approaches that support families and reduce recidivism.

Meet Ciara

Ciara Parks is a dedicated public servant, veteran attorney, and proud mother running to serve as Justice of the Peace for Precinct 1. With more than a decade of legal experience as a prosecutor and public servant, Ciara will bring both professional expertise and lived experience to the bench.

She currently serves as General Counsel for the Travis County Juvenile Probation Department and as Associate Judge for the City of Manor. Ciara was raised by a single mother and was the first in her family to graduate from college and law school.

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