(Note: I am running a series of Q&As for judicial candidates in contested Republican primaries. There are a lot of judicial races on the ballot in Harris County this election, and so this is intended to help introduce the candidates and their experiences to those who plan to vote in March. I am running these responses in the order that I receive them from the candidates. Charles Kuffner at Off the Kuff is running the same series for Democratic candidates.)

1. Who are you, and what are you running for?

Jackie Gifford-County Criminal Court #4

2. What kind of cases does this court hear?

Criminal Misdemeanor

3. Why are you running for this particular bench?

Open bench

4. What are your qualifications for this job?

Attorney for over 20 years, practicing criminal law. Licensed in 3 States, Texas, New Jersey and New York. Experience in personal injury , family, corporate law, former Commissioner appointed by Republican governor in New Jersey. Adjunct professor , president real estate company. Ethical, experienced and committed.

5. Why is this race important?

All judicial races are important for the safety of the public and to protect the rights of individuals.

6. Why should people vote for you in the primary?

I am the only candidate in this race who is doing on the job work daily. I know the court system and the working of the judicial system. I am not someone who is a novice attorney without criminal experience. I care and I will be the candidate who works for all of the people and seek justice for all.

7. Why did you choose to run in the Republican Primary versus the Democratic Primary?

I have always been a Republican.

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