• Ended indiscriminate shackling. 
  • Disposed of the largest number of delinquency felony cases while maintaining the lowest percentage of Texas Juvenile Justice Division dispositions.  
  • Managed taxpayer resources and improved representation by leading the Juvenile District Courts in appointing the Public Defender’s Office.
  • Ensured everyone receives equal and fair treatment under the law, regardless of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, economic status, or religion.

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"Having witnessed first-hand the impacts juvenile and CPS cases impose on children and their families, I strive each day to make decisions to provide the best outcomes for the family, youth, and community. "

-Judge Leah Shapiro

Accomplishments & Activities

The 315th District Court handles delinquency and dependency dockets, hearing cases in which children are charged with criminal offenses and CPS lawsuits alleging abuse and neglect of children.

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Community Engagement

In addition to traditional duties, Judge Shapiro and Associate Judge Fisher have actively engaged the community and judiciary to enhance the state of dependency and delinquency in Harris County and beyond.

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Marriages & Adoptions

The 315th District Court does marriages and adoptions for all families regardless of sexual orientation. The court has a dedicated adoption day each month.  The court continued uniting families during the pandemic.

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315th Associate Judge's Work

Judge Fisher sits on the Children’s Commission Texas Supreme Court Dual Status Task Force, the Harris County Dual Status Steering Committee, and the Harris County Dual Status Oversight Committee.

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