A Conroe judge just admitted to drunk driving, and now people are wondering if he's fit to be on the bench. This whole mess could really shake people's faith in the local courts.
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Taxpayer money could be wasted if this judge has to be replaced or if there are legal challenges.
Honestly, nobody really benefits here, but maybe the public benefits from holding officials accountable.
The public's trust in the justice system takes a hit, and anyone who has to interact with the courts might feel less secure.
Conroe Judge William Waggoner pleads guilty to drunk driving, records show ABC13 Houston
Court docs: Conroe Judge rearrested after violating probation, testing positive for alcohol in 2018 Click2Houston
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