88(R) SR 131 - Enrolled version - Bill Text

	SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 131
	WHEREAS, Proud members of the Justices of the Peace and
	Constables Association of Texas are gathering in Austin on
	February  7, 2023, for Justices of the Peace and Constables Day at
	the State Capitol; and
	WHEREAS, The office of justice of the peace, first
	established in 1362 by King Edward of England, and the office of
	constable, first established in 1215 by King John of England,
	were two of the first offices established in the American
	colonies in 1620; both offices were created by the Texas
	Constitution approximately two centuries later and continue to
	serve a vital role in the system of county government; and
	WHEREAS, Justices of the peace are an integral part of
	the Texas judiciary; they exercise jurisdiction in criminal
	misdemeanor cases punishable by fine or sanctions and exercise
	civil jurisdiction in matters in controversy up to $20,000;
	justices of the peace preside over those courts closest to the
	people; and
	WHEREAS, Constables serve as officers of the court as
	bailiffs, execute civil and criminal process issued by Texas
	courts, and enforce criminal laws as certified peace officers;
	the first known constable to serve in Texas was appointed in
	1823; and
	WHEREAS, The men and women who accept the responsibilities
	of the offices of justice of the peace and constable perform
	their official duties with integrity, dedication, and the
	required knowledge of the law, thereby contributing immeasurably
	to the justice system, the safety of the citizens of Texas, and
	the peace and order of our society; and
	WHEREAS, For more than 75 years, the Justices of the
	Peace and Constables Association of Texas has represented the
	interests of justices of the peace, constables, and members of
	their staffs across the Lone Star State, and today the
	organization boasts a membership of over 2,000; now,
	therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th
	Legislature, hereby recognize February 7, 2023, as Justices of the
	Peace and Constables Day at the State Capitol; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be
	prepared for the association as an expression of high regard from
	the Texas Senate.
	Eckhardt
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		President of the Senate
		I hereby certify that the
		above Resolution was adopted by
		the Senate on February 7, 2023.
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		Secretary of the Senate
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		Member, Texas Senate