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ABOUT MARILYNN MAYSE

A Judge For The People

For over 30 years, Judge Marilynn Mayse has dedicated her life to public service and justice, with extensive legal experience in criminal defense, family law, child advocacy, probate, and federal civil litigation. Her courtroom experience covers the most serious cases—capital murder, aggravated assault, and robbery—making her one of Dallas County’s most trusted legal minds.

Her core belief is that “The Community Comes First”; therefore, she takes the time to understand the needs of our community, ensuring fairness and impartiality on the bench. When you are in her courtroom, you are a part of our community, and she works hard to make you feel heard and respected.

EXPERIENCED LEADERSHIP

Her career is built on bringing over 30 years of diverse legal experience to the bench.

PROVEN INTEGRITY

She strives to ensure fairness and impartiality in every case, with a community-focused experience.

COURTROOM EXCELLENCE

Her record includes fair, well-reasoned decisions in complex cases, guided by the law and the facts.

DEDICATED SERVICE

She is committed to providing accessible and transparent judicial services for every resident.

A Judge You Can Trust

A Lifetime of Public Service (Military & Education)

  • 11 Years in the U.S. Air Force, Air Force Reserve, and Texas Air National Guard.
  • Former community paramedic and dedicated educator.
  • B.A. in Political Science from U.T. Arlington.
  • Juris Doctorate from the University of Texas School of Law.

30+ Years of Diverse Legal Experience

  • Criminal Law: Capital murder, Aggravated Assault, Robbery, Theft, DWI.
  • Family Law: Divorce, Child Custody, Child Support, and CPS cases.
  • Civil Law: Probate, Estates, and Federal Civil Rights Litigation.

Deep Roots in the Dallas Community

  • 25 years as a Democratic Party precinct chair.
  • Life member of the Dallas NAACP.
  • Former board member of Bertrand Neighborhood Association and South Fair Community Development Corporation.
  • 41-year member of St. Luke Community United Methodist Church.

A Philosophy of Fairness & Transparency

Judge Mayse champions fairness and impartiality, ensuring every individual receives equal treatment. Her team has cleared a backlog of over 1500 cases, increasing court efficiency while keeping her courtroom open and accessible to all.

30
Years Legal Experience
11
Years Military Service
25
Years as
Precinct Chair
3000
Case Backlog Cleared
HER COMMITMENTS

Pillars of Service
for Dallas County

Fairness & Impartiality

Upholding the rule of law while ensuring every voice is heard and respected in the courtroom.

Accountability & Transparency

Maintaining an open courtroom policy and clearing a backlog of over 1500 cases.

Community & Ethics

Actively connecting vulnerable individuals with community services for housing, medical care, and employment.

Education & Outreach

Regularly speaking at schools and attending community forums to keep the judiciary engaged with the people it serves.

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