SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 596
WHEREAS, Municipal courts provide citizens of the Lone
Star State with a local forum where questions of law and fact can
be resolved in regard to alleged violations of state law and
municipal ordinances; and
WHEREAS, Because citizens come into contact with municipal
courts more than any other courts, the public impression of the
Texas judicial system is largely dependent on their experience
there; and
WHEREAS, Judges of the municipal courts function also as
magistrates for the State of Texas, and in that role they perform
such duties as issuing search and arrest warrants, giving
magistrate warnings, and setting bail for offenses ranging from
petty theft to murder; and
WHEREAS, Pledging to be impartial and to conform to the
standards set by the Canons of Judicial Conduct, the estimated
6,000 employees of municipal courts work diligently to ensure the
fair administration of justice while upholding the rigorous
standards of professionalism; and
WHEREAS, Municipal judges, clerks, court administrators,
prosecutors, juvenile case managers, bailiffs, and warrant
officers continually strive to improve the administration of
justice through participation in judicial and continuing
education programs, seminars, workshops, and the annual meetings
of their state and local professional organizations; and
WHEREAS, Municipal courts in Texas play a vital role in
preserving public safety, protecting the quality of life for area
residents, and deterring future criminal behavior, and it is
indeed fitting to recognize municipal judges and court support
personnel for their exemplary dedication to the communities they
serve; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th
Legislature, hereby recognize November 7-11, 2016, as Municipal
Courts Week and take special note of the important work performed
by all those associated with the state's municipal courts.
Garcia
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 20, 2015.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate