Melanie Miles
Melanie Miles (Democratic Party) is running for election for the Precinct 7 Place 2 judge of the Harris County Justices of the Peace in Texas. Miles is on the ballot in the Democratic primary runoff on May 26, 2026. Miles advanced from the Democratic primary on March 3, 2026.
Elections
2026
See also: Municipal elections in Harris County, Texas (2026)
General election
The primary will occur on May 26, 2026. The general election will occur on November 3, 2026. General election candidates will be added here following the primary.
The candidate list in this election may not be complete.
Democratic primary runoff
The candidate list in this election may not be complete.
Democratic primary runoff for Harris County Justice of the Peace Precinct 7 Place 2
Incumbent Sharon M. Burney (D) and Melanie Miles (D) are running in the Democratic primary runoff for Harris County Justice of the Peace Precinct 7 Place 2 on May 26, 2026.
Candidate | ||
| Sharon M. Burney | ||
 | Melanie Miles | |
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Democratic primary
The candidate list in this election may not be complete.
Democratic primary for Harris County Justice of the Peace Precinct 7 Place 2
Melanie Miles (D) and incumbent Sharon M. Burney (D) advanced to a runoff. They defeated Markia Bordeaux (D) in the Democratic primary for Harris County Justice of the Peace Precinct 7 Place 2 on March 3, 2026.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Melanie Miles | 42.6 | 17,396 |
| ✔ | Sharon M. Burney | 30.2 | 12,315 | |
 | Markia Bordeaux | 27.2 | 11,084 | |
| Total votes: 40,795 | |||
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Republican primary
The Republican primary scheduled for March 3, 2026, was canceled.
Endorsements
Miles received the following endorsements. To send us additional endorsements, click here.
- HCDP Precinct 982 (Sway viewpoint group by HCDP Precinct 982 Chair)
- Houston Chronicle Editorial Board
2023
See also: City elections in Houston, Texas (2023)
General runoff election
General runoff election for Houston City Council At-large Position 1
Julian Ramirez defeated Melanie Miles in the general runoff election for Houston City Council At-large Position 1 on December 9, 2023.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Julian Ramirez (Nonpartisan) | 50.1 | 89,039 |
| Melanie Miles (Nonpartisan) | 49.9 | 88,776 | |
| Total votes: 177,815 | |||
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General election
General election for Houston City Council At-large Position 1
The following candidates ran in the general election for Houston City Council At-large Position 1 on November 7, 2023.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Julian Ramirez (Nonpartisan) | 24.9 | 50,629 |
| ✔ | | Melanie Miles (Nonpartisan) | 24.9 | 50,592 |
| Conchita Reyes (Nonpartisan) | 21.5 | 43,615 | ||
 | Kendall Baker (Nonpartisan) | 13.6 | 27,714 | |
| Leah Wolfthal (Nonpartisan) | 9.4 | 19,045 | ||
| Eriq Glenn (Nonpartisan) | 5.6 | 11,472 | ||
| Total votes: 203,067 | |||
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Endorsements
Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Miles in this election.
Campaign themes
2026
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Campaign website
Miles' campaign website stated the following:
TOP 5 PRIORITIES
Wondering what my priorities will be once elected?
Dive into my Top 5 Priorities for more details.
Bring essential legal aid and housing assistance directly into JP Court Precinct 7-2.
Today, Precinct 7-2 is one of the few courts in the county without on-site services that help families facing eviction or financial hardship.
When elected, I will immediately work to provide:
On-site legal aid attorneys to advise tenants and landlords.
Housing navigators who can help secure rental relief, utility assistance, and emergency funds.
Mediators to help resolve disputes without a formal eviction judgment.
Resource rooms with computers, printers, forms, and virtual-court kiosks.
These supports already exist in JP Court 7-1 (Judge Adams) — and they work! JP Court 7-2 deserves the same.
Stop Stacking Cases, resulting in 90 second hearings.
JP Court 7-2 has become an eviction hotspot, with 2000 more eviction filings than JP Court 7-1 (Judge Adams) — because landlords know litigants will receive no assistance and often will not be given time to be heard.
My plan includes:
Ending rushed hearings and giving each case proper time.
Stopping “assembly-line” dockets that last only 1–2 minutes per case.
Ensuring due process and that every party understands their rights.
Using mediation and assistance programs to resolve issues before an eviction becomes necessary.
A court should not contribute to homelessness — it should help prevent it.
Create a community-focused court that treats every person with dignity and respect.
Everyone who walks into the courthouse deserves to be heard. At no time should a judge yell or talk down to any person.
As Justice of the Peace, I will:
Set a tone of professionalism, compassion, and fairness.
Obtain staff training in trauma-informed and customer-service practices.
Build a court culture where people are not yelled at, rushed, or dismissed.
Ensure self-represented individuals have access to tools and clear guidance.
Respect is not optional — it’s the foundation of justice.
Increase transparency, accountability, and efficiency in court operations.
Residents deserve a court that operates openly and effectively.
I will:
Publish clear court procedures and timelines.
Track eviction trends, case outcomes, and wait times.
Improve scheduling so litigants don’t wait hours to be heard.
Use technology to streamline filings and communication.
Establish a monthly Saturday Court Docket.
A more accountable court is a more trusted court.
Build strong partnerships to connect residents with resources that re-establish stability before their case is heard.
Real solutions require collaboration.
I will partner with:
Nonprofits and faith-based organizations for rental support, food and utility assistance.
Workforce and job-readiness programs to help residents stabilize their income.
Schools and local community centers to support youth and families.
Harris County service providers to coordinate wraparound services.
Often eviction cases are preventable. Strong partnerships help keep families housed and communities stable.
— Melanie Miles' campaign website (March 14, 2026)
2023
Melanie Miles did not complete Ballotpedia's 2023 Candidate Connection survey.
See also
2026 Elections
External links
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Footnotes
Federal courts:
Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals • U.S. District Court: Eastern District of Texas, Western District of Texas, Northern District of Texas, Southern District of Texas • U.S. Bankruptcy Court: Eastern District of Texas, Western District of Texas, Northern District of Texas, Southern District of Texas
State courts:
Texas Supreme Court • Texas Court of Appeals • Texas Court of Criminal Appeals • Texas District Courts • Texas County Courts • Texas County Courts at Law • Texas Statutory Probate Courts • Texas Justice of the Peace Courts
State resources:
Courts in Texas • Texas judicial elections • Judicial selection in Texas
