NUECES COUNTY, Texas — Nueces County Commissioners have decided to get rid of the Justice of the Peace Precinct 1, Place 2 office. But this decision is stirring up backlash from residents who said the decision was rushed and could make it harder for people to access justice.

The proposal, introduced by Precinct 1 County Commissioner Mike Pusley, would abolish the office currently held by Judge Henry Santana . The court handles civil cases, landlord and tenant disputes, traffic violations, and truancy matters.

During Wednesday’s commissioners court meeting, community members spoke out against the proposal, calling it unfair and poorly researched.

“Abolishing another judge in this county would hurt our county,” one resident said

“Please consider doing a little bit more research,” anoth

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