Jana Duty Endorsed by Former District Attorney Grant Jones
GEORGETOWN, TX – Today former District Attorney Grant Jones announced his endorsement of Jana Duty for Williamson County District Attorney. Jones served as the District Attorney of Nueces, Kleberg and Kenedy counties from 1983 to 1991. Jones and his wife are in the process of re-locating and will soon be new residents of Sun City in Georgetown.
Jones said he has strong reasons for endorsing Duty. “When a prosecutor takes office he takes an oath that he will preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States. The Code of Criminal Procedure imposes a statutory duty on prosecutors ‘It shall be the primary duty of all prosecuting attorneys, including any special prosecutors, not to convict, but to see that justice is done’. The official oath is not just a formality and the words from the Code of Criminal Procedure are not just words on paper. The Morton Case raises a serious question as to whether the incumbent was faithful to his statutory duty and his oath of office. Cases like Morton create disrespect for the law and raise serious concerns about the integrity of the criminal justice system. We don't need this.”
Jones went on to say “That is why I am extremely pleased to see Jana Duty enter this race. I believe Jana Duty is a person of high personal integrity and is committed to the cause of justice. She understands that law enforcement is not automatic, that it isn't blind or arbitrary, and that the truth matters. As County Attorney Jana Duty has proven herself to be an able attorney and administrator and is well qualified for the office she seeks.”
Duty said of the endorsement, “I’m really pleased to hear that Mr. Jones is moving to our community, and I want to thank him for his support and his commitment to justice. When I first began this race, I assumed that I wouldn’t receive any endorsements. John Bradley has a long track record of using fear and intimidation to keep his opponents silent, and he’s been trying to strong arm the law enforcement community into withdrawing their support. I’m glad they are sticking to their guns, because it sends a strong signal that business-as-usual will no longer be tolerated.”
Jones, a native of Corpus Christi, had a distinguished career as a prosecutor. He was also a Staff Attorney for Thirteenth Court of Appeals, he is a member of the Corpus Christi Bar Association and he is Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.
Duty adds Jones’ endorsement to a growing list of support in the law enforcement community. She has also received the endorsement of the Williamson County Sheriff’s Association, the Cedar Park Police Association and former Williamson County District Attorney Ed Walsh.
Jana Duty Endorsed by Former Williamson County District Attorney Ed Walsh
GEORGETOWN, TX – Today Ed Walsh announced his endorsement of Jana Duty for Williamson County District Attorney, an office that he once held. Walsh, who is now a private practice attorney in Round Rock, served as the District Attorney from 1977 to 1985. He said he is endorsing Duty because she is the most capable person of rebuilding the public’s trust in an office that has been damaged by the leadership and actions of John Bradley.
“Regrettably we live in a county where the public has come to question the motives of our District Attorney,” said Walsh. “In order for our justice system to work properly, it is imperative that our elected leaders hold themselves to the highest standard. Even the appearance of impropriety is unacceptable. Jana’s honesty and integrity is beyond reproach, and her record of seeking justice for victims as our County Attorney speaks volumes as to the type of District Attorney she will be.”
Walsh, a native of Round Rock and a U.S. Army veteran, had a distinguished career as a prosecutor. He was honored as the “Prosecutor of the Year” in 1983 by the Texan’s War on Drugs Committee, and he was named the “Outstanding Prosecutor for the State of Texas” in 1984 by the Criminal Law Section of the State Bar. He is also a former Director of the Texas District and County Attorney’s Association and he is a Past President of the Williamson County Bar Association. Walsh said his decision to endorse Duty was not one that he took lightly.
“I will not put my name behind someone unless I have the utmost confidence in their ability and integrity,” Walsh continued. “Jana Duty is the genuine article. Her dedication to the pursuit of justice, which at times has come at a great personal sacrifice, is admirable. During her time in office, she has more than doubled the amount of protective orders obtained for victims of family violence, saved millions of our tax dollars and tirelessly advocated for better checks and balances and government transparency. This is what we need more of at the courthouse if we are to restore the public’s faith in the District Attorney’s office.”
Duty adds Walsh’s endorsement to a growing list of support in the law enforcement community. In the last week and a half, she has also received the endorsement of the Williamson County Sheriff’s Association and the Cedar Park Police Association.
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Jana Duty Endorsed for D.A. by the Cedar Park Police Association
GEORGETOWN, TX – Republican Jana Duty’s campaign for District Attorney continued to gain momentum today when she received the endorsement of the Cedar Park Police Association. This important endorsement comes on the heels of the Williamson County Sheriff’s Association who announced their support of Duty last week.
The Cedar Park Police Association President Justin Miller said, “We believe Jana Duty to be the clear choice to represent Williamson County as District Attorney. Jana has proven to be an advocate for law enforcement and justice in Williamson County. The Cedar Park Police Association respects the determination and commitment Jana brings to the office and looks forward to her continued success.”
Duty responded to the association’s unanimous vote to endorse her candidacy, “Once again, I am truly honored to have the support of our law enforcement community. Not only are these brave men and women taking a risk every day when they go to work to protect us, but they are also taking a political risk by opposing John Bradley and the good old boys at the courthouse. Make no mistake about it, these law enforcement associations are being strong-armed and bullied into changing their minds, but they believe, as I do, that the stakes in this election are simply too high to allow the politics of fear to prevail. Together we can restore honesty and integrity to the D.A.’s office, and I’m grateful to have the Cedar Park Police Association in my corner.”
Duty has served as the Williamson County Attorney since 2005 where she prosecutes misdemeanor and felony crimes. During her tenure in office, she has more than doubled the amount of protective orders obtained for victims of family violence, saved millions of tax dollars through innovations and efficiencies, and implemented checks and balances to insure government transparency.
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Jana Duty Endorsed for D.A. by Williamson County Sheriff’s Association
GEORGETOWN, TX – The law enforcement community is beginning to line up behind Republican Jana Duty in her bid to become the next Williamson County District Attorney. Today the Williamson County Sheriff Association announced their endorsement of Duty against long-time incumbent John Bradley. Association president Ron Cole said they chose to endorse Duty because of her commitment to seeking justice and her track record as County Attorney of being an advocate for victim’s rights.
“Jana Duty had shown a strong personal dedication and an unending pursuit for Justice,” Cole said. “Jana as the County Attorney has assembled an outstanding staff that fights for the rights of victims by prosecuting cases seeking justice. Her concern and dedication to protecting victims of crime has been a credit to herself and her staff. Jana has been a long-standing supporter of Law Enforcement. Jana understands that without Truth there is no Justice. It is the decision of Williamson County Sheriff Association to Endorse & Support Jana Duty for the position of District Attorney of Williamson County. We look forward to her future successes!”
Duty has served as the Williamson County Attorney since 2005 where she prosecutes misdemeanor and felony crimes. During her tenure in office, she has more than doubled the amount of protective orders obtained for victims of family violence, saved millions of tax dollars through innovations and efficiencies, and implemented checks and balances to insure government transparency.
Duty responded to the endorsement, “It’s an honor to receive such an important endorsement from the men and women who put their lives on the line everyday to protect us. They understand that the District Attorney’s office is in serious need of reform, and I welcome their support. It’s gratifying to see the law enforcement community rallying around our cause."
“My pledge to the people of Williamson County is to bring honesty and integrity back to the D.A.’s office, to see that everyone is treated evenly and fairly under the law and to continue fighting to protect our families as I have done as County Attorney. This endorsement will go a long way towards that end.”