LUCILLA "LUCY" NAJERA

juez de paz
RECINTO N.° 5

ACERCA DE
JUEZ NAJERA

"La mejor manera de predecir el futuro es crearlo"

La jueza Nájera ha vivido en El Paso toda su vida. Creció en el centro de El Paso, asistió a la primaria Rusk, a la secundaria Bassett y se graduó de la preparatoria Austin. Desde pequeña, comprendió la importancia de cuidar a los demás. Con tan solo 12 años, ella y su hermano ya ayudaban a cuidar a los ancianos de su vecindario, e incluso fue nombrada subalcaldesa para vigilar su comunidad.

Ese temprano sentido de servicio la ha acompañado a lo largo de su vida y carrera. La jueza Nájera se guía por una convicción simple pero poderosa: la justicia significa ser imparcial, escuchar atentamente y tomar decisiones basadas en hechos, no en rumores ni emociones. Incluso ante historias difíciles, se atiene a la ley y revisa cuidadosamente los documentos y las pruebas presentadas ante el tribunal, garantizando que todas las personas reciban un trato justo e igualitario.

Cuando las personas entran a su sala, la Jueza Nájera quiere que sientan que serán escuchadas. Les recuerda que este es su tribunal: el Tribunal Popular. El respeto al proceso, el respeto mutuo y el respeto a la ley son la base de su enfoque.

Además de sus responsabilidades en el tribunal, la Jueza Nájera está profundamente involucrada en su comunidad. Le encanta trabajar con los vecinos y ayudarlos a acceder a los servicios que necesitan. Esto puede implicar abogar por mejoras en las calles, compartir recursos sobre atención médica a domicilio o reparaciones del hogar, orientar a las familias sobre cómo transferir el título de propiedad de un vehículo o ayudar con la información sobre licencias de conducir y licencias de conducir comerciales (CDL). También colabora estrechamente con las asociaciones de vecinos, consciente de que cuando la gente se une por el bien común, se logran mejoras reales en todo el distrito.

On behalf of the El Paso County Sheriff's Officers Association, it is our pleasure to fully support Judge Lucy Najera for her re-election to the Justice of Peace District 5. She embodies what it means to be a public servant and has the entire community supporting her!

Officer Omar "OG" Gonzalez

President

El Paso County Sheriff's Officers Association

leadership for all

On the bench, Judge Najera has delivered real results for the people she serves:

Reduced Case Backlogs

Managed a caseload that nearly doubled from 1,768 cases in 2022 to 3,847 cases in 2024, ensuring timely access to justice.

Expanded Services

Added eight new case types to her docket to address matters previously left unresolved.

Accessible Courtroom

Increased walk-in services at the clerk’s window, making it easier for residents to get help in person.

Youth Programs

Kept her promise to the community by partnering with schools and creating meaningful truancy interventions — bringing in resources, programs, and speakers to help students and families.

Community Partnerships

Built strong relationships with groups such as the District Attorney’s Office, El Paso Police Department, FBI, and local nonprofits to connect families with resources on bullying, mental health, drug prevention, and more.

Representing All Constituents

If Re-Elected, Judge Najera Will:

Keep Courts Fair and Accessible

Judge Najera believes JP courts belong to the people, not the lawyers. If re-elected, she will continue to ensure that every person who walks into her courtroom is treated with dignity and respect. Her focus will remain on fairness, listening to both sides, and making decisions rooted in facts and the law.

Reduce Backlogs and Speed Up Resolutions

Caseloads in her court have nearly doubled in recent years, but Judge Najera has kept the system moving efficiently. If re-elected, she will build on her proven record of reducing backlogs and ensuring timely resolutions. Families and neighbors deserve justice without unnecessary delays, and she will continue to deliver it.

Lead with Integrity and Community Values

As a lifelong El Pasoan, Judge Najera’s heart and soul are rooted in this community. If re-elected, she will remain a humble servant-leader guided by fairness, compassion, and unity. For her, being Justice of the Peace has never been about titles — it has always been about serving the people.

Strengthen Support for Youth and Families

Judge Najera knows that truancy cases aren’t just about punishment — they’re about helping students and families get back on track. If re-elected, she will expand partnerships with schools, nonprofits, and community leaders to provide real resources that address the root causes of truancy. Her goal is to keep kids in school, families supported, and futures brighter.

Advocate for Neighbors Beyond the Bench

Service doesn’t stop when the gavel falls. If re-elected, Judge Najera will continue helping residents connect with resources like home health care, title transfers, and neighborhood improvements. She believes a Justice of the Peace should not only serve in the courtroom, but also stand shoulder to shoulder with neighbors to improve the quality of life across the precinct.