Midland County swears in Jay Marquez as acting judge following Johnson’s suspension

  • Jay Marquez, left, stands with Midland County Commissioner Steven Villela during Marquez’s swearing-in ceremony Tuesday.
    Jay Marquez, left, stands with Midland County Commissioner Steven Villela during Marquez’s swearing-in ceremony Tuesday.

    - Jay Marquez was appointed acting Midland County Judge by Midland County Commissioners on Sept. 2, following the suspension of Judge Terry Johnson by the State Commission on Judicial Conduct.

    Marquez won the Mar. 3 primary election, defeating Johnson and candidate Karen Hood, and was originally set to take office in January. County leaders fast-tracked his appointment to ensure continuous leadersh…