Profile: Walt Weaver, Republican for Potter County Court-at-Law #1

The following is a compilation of the unedited responses from Walt Weaver, candidate for Potter County Court-at-Law #1, to the 2018 Amarillo Pioneer Voter Guide Questionnaire. Weaver is running in the March 6th Republican primary against Amarillo attorneys Len Walker and Kerry Brian Haney.

Name:

Walt Weaver

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Office Sought:

Potter County Court-at-Law #1

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Why did you decide to run for office?

This is a very busy court that needs an experienced Judge to immediately starting working for Amarillo.

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Please list any of your political, civic or non-profit experience.

I have volunteered at various charitable organizations in Amarillo throughout the 25 years I have lived here. I have been a HOST (helping one student to succeed) math tutor; I am an Eagle Scout and have volunteered doing Eagle Project Reviews; I have volunteered my time at the West Texas Legal Services (divorce); pro bono adoptions; Potter County Sheriff's Shop with a Cop program; Texas Panhandle 100 Club.

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What is your educational background?

J.D. Texas Tech School of Law., Texas Tech, B.S. Agriculture with Minors Chemistry & Biology, New Mexico State University

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What experience do you have that qualifies you for this position?

I am a former Felony Prosecutor, Dual Board Certified by the State of Texas in Criminal Law and Criminal Appellate Law and have tried hundreds of cases.

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How will you best represent the community that elected you?

People coming before the court will be treated with respect and will be able to try their matters in a timely efficient matter.

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Are you supported by Amarillo Matters?

No

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How are you better suited than your opponent(s) to serve in the position that you are running for?

I the only candidate that has been a trial lawyer for the past 25 years in Amarillo. LIkewise, I am the only candidate who has is board certified in Criminal Law which is the primary work of the court. Finally, no other candidate has had as many trials as I have had here in the Panhandle.

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Why should voters choose you on March 6th?

I am the candidate with the most experience here in Amarillo who won't have to learn "on the job" on how to be a Judge in a trial court. I have the experience, knowledge and temperament necessary to start serving my fellow residents of Amarillo as Judge of Potter County Court at Law #1