Nicholas "Nico" Costilla for Justice of the Peace Precinct 1, Place 1
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About Me
I am a life-long resident of San Marcos and a proud graduate of both San Marcos High School and Texas State University where I earned a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice with a minor in Sociology.
Since 2014, I have been employed in both administrative and supervisory positions with the Hays County District Attorney’s Office. Currently, I am the Misdemeanor Division Legal Assistant Supervisor.
Why I am Running:
I believe, my over 10 years of community involvement, 9 years working at the Hays County Criminal District Attorney's office (7 of those being a Legal Assistant Supervisor) and the various Appointments & Election to Boards and Commissions has prepared me to be patient and a good listener. I believe these qualities are all essential in order to be a Good and Fair Judge.
My motivation in seeking the position of the Justice of the Peace is that I believe that when circumstances arise necessitating contact with a justice court, it is important and essential that the justice court continuously provide accessibility, efficiency, impartiality and expediency in its rulings and decisions.
If elected, I promise to issue timely decisions to maintain the trust and confidence within our community.
I recognize the critical importance of ongoing and positive relationships among the wide range of community, civic and professional organizations and activities in the County. It is the reason why I have been involved with these type of organizations for quite some time now. If elected I promise to continue to be involved in the community as much as I can.
I humbly ask for YOUR VOTE in the Primary Election on March 5, 2024.
Humby,
Nicholas “Nico” Costilla
Duties of a Justice of the Peace
Have original jurisdiction in criminal matters of misdemeanor cases punishable by fine only and such other jurisdiction as may be provided by law.
Conducts inquests.
Issue warrants for search and arrest Administer oaths, perform marriages.
Functions as a small claims court in civil matters.
Foreclosure of mortgages and enforcement of liens on personal property.
Volunteerism
Texas State University Alumni Association Board of Directors 2017-Present
Centro Cultural Hispano de San Marcos Member 2018-Present
La Sociedad Cuauhtemoc Member 2017-Present
San Marcos Police Department Chief’s Community Advisory Panel 2020-Present
San Marcos Police Community and Police Association 2017-Present
Hays County Crime Stoppers Criminal Justice Advocate, Hays County District Attorney's Office 2022-Present
Hays County Citizens Sheriff's Academy Alumni Association 2022-Present
Hays County Bar Association 2019-Present
Scheib Mental Heath Center Board of Directors 2020-Present
City of San Marcos Zoning Board of Adjustments Commission 2018-2023
Hays County Historical Commission 2023-Present