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Justice Clarissa Silva seeks second term on 13th Court of Appeals
By MyRGV
· June 3, 2026
· 1 min read
Justice Clarissa Silva
Justice Clarissa Silva announced that she will be seeking another term in office to the Place 6 seat in the 13th Court of Appeals.
Silva, a Harlingen native, has served on the 13th Court of Appeals since 2021. The 13th Court of Appeals serves the Corpus Christi and Edinburg...
Key takeaway The 13th Court of Appeals serves the Corpus Christi and Edinburg...
Why this matters in The Brownsville
Justice Clarissa Silva's bid for a second term on the 13th Court of Appeals has significant implications for the Rio Grande Valley, where she has served since 2021. As a native of Harlingen, Silva brings a deep understanding of the region's unique challenges and nuances to the bench. Her experience as a prosecutor in neighboring counties and certification in juvenile law have equipped her to handle the complex cases that come before the court, including those related to border and immigration issues that are prevalent in the Valley. With the 13th Court of Appeals serving all four counties in the Rio Grande Valley, Silva's commitment to fair and impartial justice will continue to impact the lives of local residents, from Brownsville to Edinburg. As the election approaches, Valley residents will be watching closely to see how Silva's campaign resonates with voters and whether her track record of writing over 550 judicial opinions will earn her another term.
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Published: June 3, 2026 ·
Source: MyRGV ·
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What is this story about? Justice Clarissa Silva
Justice Clarissa Silva announced that she will be seeking another term in office to the Place 6 seat in the 13th Court of Appeals.
Silva, a Harlingen native, has served on the 13th Court of Appeals since 2021. The 13th Court of Appeals serves the Corpus Christi and Edinburg...
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