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Montgomery County commissioners vote 4-1 on 4 new courts
By Lake Conroe
· June 12, 2026
· 5 min read
During a June 11 meeting, Montgomery County commissioners voted 4-1 to create four new courts to help handle increasing caseloads. Precinct 4 Commissioner Matt Gray was the opposing vote. The initial proposal to create nine new courts was met with discussion about location and funding challenges, so
Key takeaway A total of 40,794 cases were filed in 2025 in Montgomery County, but that is projected to increase to 43,299 this year, according to data from the Montgomery County OCA director.
Why this matters in Willis
The Montgomery County commissioners' decision to create four new courts will have a direct impact on the residents of Willis, who will benefit from reduced wait times and increased access to justice. As the city continues to grow, its residents will likely contribute to the rising caseloads in the county. The new courts will help to alleviate some of the pressure on the current system, which has been struggling to keep up with demand. The location and funding challenges that commissioners discussed will be crucial to the success of the new courts, and it will be important to monitor how these issues are addressed in the coming months. With the county's population projected to continue growing, the need for additional courts will only continue to increase, making it essential for commissioners to find a solution to the capacity issues at the courthouse.
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Published: June 12, 2026 ·
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What is this story about? During a June 11 meeting, Montgomery County commissioners voted 4-1 to create four new courts to help handle increasing caseloads. Precinct 4 Commissioner Matt Gray was the opposing vote. The initial proposal to create nine new courts was met with discussion about location and funding challenges, so
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