David Fleischer (judge)
David Marcel Fleischer is an American judge currently serving on the Harris County Criminal Court in Texas.[1][2] He was first elected to the position in 2018 and began his term in January 2019. Fleischer is affiliated with the Democratic Party[3] and won re-election in 2022.[4] His term is set to expire in 2026.
His most recent re-election in 2022 was a closely contested race. Fleischer has repeatedly gained national attention for his blunt commentary while ruling on cases.[5] For example, in 2024, he dismissed a case involving potential racial profiling by law enforcement. His critical remarks about the arrest and the ultimate dismissal were widely discussed and shared online, leading to public praise for his stance on racial justice.[6] He has been a lawyer in Texas since 2004, where he practiced as a criminal defense attorney.[7][3] He graduated from the University of Houston and Cooley Law School.[3][1] His parents emigrated from Chile.[3][8]
Elections
[edit]- 2018: First elected to the Harris County Criminal Court at Law No. 5.[9]
- 2022: Re-elected to the same position.[10]
References
[edit]- ^ a b Hardy, Jen (2024-08-22). "Judge Fleischer, YouTube Sensation Tells All". Jen Hardy. Retrieved 2024-10-12.
- ^ Barajas, Michael; Ewing, Maura (2022-02-25). "Judicial Elections Test Profound "Cultural Shift" in Houston". Bolts. Retrieved 2024-10-12.
- ^ a b c d "Judicial Q&A: David Fleischer | Off the Kuff". Retrieved 2024-10-12.
- ^ https://www.chron.com/politics/election/article/Q-A-David-M-Fleischer-12726024.php
- ^ "Texas Judge unexpected response to man's marijuana arrest - Upworthy". www.upworthy.com. Retrieved 2024-10-12.
- ^ F, Yasmeen (2024-06-14). "'What's He Doing Wrong?': Headstrong Texas Judge Condemns Cops for Racial Profiling Black Man Arrested While Walking In a Park with Epic Response". Atlanta Black Star. Retrieved 2024-10-12.
- ^ "State Bar of Texas | Find A Lawyer | David Marcel Fleischer". www.texasbar.com. Retrieved 2024-10-12.
- ^ "All rise … The Honorable Judge Hill presiding". jhvonline.com. Retrieved 2024-10-12.
- ^ "Harris County Criminal Court at Law No. 5". www.ccl.hctx.net. Retrieved 2024-10-12.
- ^ "David Fleischer". Ballotpedia. Retrieved 2024-10-12.