Billy Masden
Election History
This candidate has records in multiple elections. See their profile and positions from each cycle:
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Wants to establish law equally and fairly to all citizens, but has some establishment referrals.
Questions & Answers
billy.masden@mctx.org
Please provide a phone number where you can be reached for follow-up questions or to schedule an interview
(281) 635-8769
Full Name (exactly as you want it listed on your Candidate Page)
Billy Masden
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What is your religion/faith tradition?
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What is your occupation?
What is your marital status?
Do you have children, if yes, how many?
Are you the incumbent candidate in this race?
No
Party
Republican
County
Montgomery
For which Texas or District Courts Race are you a candidate?
JP Court - MoCo Pct 5
Why are you seeking this bench and what 3 primary goals do you plan to accomplish if you are elected
1- To distribute justice equally and fairly to all citizens. 2- To establish a night court to better serve the community. 3- To employ a full time bailiff to increase efficiency in warrant service
Please describe the qualifications and experience that make you the best candidate for the office you are seeking.
I have 36+ years in law enforcement (34 of them in pct.5) I have handled civil law and criminal law. As a captain with pct.5 I was involved with agency budgets,and discipline issues. (Making some difficult decisions for the betterment of the department)
As a judge, what do you believe the goals of the criminal justice system should be?
Apply justice equally to all citizens and promising no one is above the law
Please describe your judicial philosophy.
Applying the law equitabily to all citizens of Montgomery County
Please describe what you believe are the most significant issues in this race, why and what you'll do to address them?
The growth in Montgomery County Pct.5. Having the experience in enforcing civil and criminal law as well as having to make difficult decisions as a supervisor. Being accessible at all times
Please explain your view of recidivism and how it affects the sentences you (would) give.
Typically does not apply to the JP court. However public safety has to be the priority. Sentencing should have a punishment component, rehab component, public safety component
CSPOA says "Civil forfeiture laws pose one of the greatest threats to property rights in the nation today..." How should these Civil Forfeiture issues be addressed?
Very carefully with strict scrutiny of due process of the law. Not typically a JP issue
To what extent do you believe the state or federal government should be able to obtain court orders directing parents to do things for their children that the parent does not believe should be done?
Parents know better than the government what is best for their children. Typically not a JP issue
You are asking for the Republican nomination, what have you done to give back to the GOP?
Attended multiple republican events throughout the years. Passed out literature for republican candidates. Sheriff Joe Corley,Guy Williams,Tommy Gage,Constable David Hill,Constable Chris Jones.
Are you an active member of a conservative group? Which ones? How long and in what capacity?
Yes Magnolia republicans,Woodforest republicans, MCTP
What is your opinion of the Paxton case? Is there anything that should have been handled differently?
Inappropriate and possibly illegal outreach of the law
Are the United States and Texas constitutions living documents? Please answer in the context of Progressivism versus Originalism.
I believe in the original intent of the constitution and laws
Should the state license barbers? Lawyers? Why or why not?
That is more of a legislative issue than a JP. However barriers to entry of employment should be limited
Do you think judges should be elected by the people or appointed by a commission?
Elected by the people
Please describe the best way for the average voter to determine which judicial candidate is best.
The candidates morals, character, their community involvement,work ethic,honesty,reputation,and experience
What are the limits of federal judicial review as far as the 10th amendment is concerned?
Ideally, only the powers given to the federal government by the U.S. constitution are constitutional powers
What area of Criminal Justice needs the most urgent reform? What have you done to promote reform?
Improving policing and holding people accountable for their actions. As a peace officer I am limited on what I can do
How is the preamble "Humbly invoking the blessings of Almighty God, the people of the State of Texas, do ordain and establish this Constitution." applicable to Texas Courts?
With regards with the U.S. constitution government should establish justice and ensure peace in our community and protect our citizens and their property
How many days off (from the bench) per year is reasonable for a judge to learn (seminars & workshops) or teach (give educational or motivational talks) or network with other county officials?
14-21 days a year for seminars and work shops
Please list who is endorsing you and what their relationship to you is?
Sheriff Tommy Gage (Retired) Sheriff Joe Corley (Retired) Log time friends
Among the nine justices on the U.S. Supreme Court (SCOTUS), which one do you respect the most, and why? Which one do you respect the least, and why? What judicial philosophy should a SCOTUS Justice have?
Any judge that is a originalist
Is there anything in your background of an embarrassing nature that should be explained before your election? (e.g., Arrests/Convictions? Bankruptcies?)
No
MCTP Interview Video
https://youtu.be/dG_70rFlfcE