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Judicial Candidate's Husband Linked to Criminal History and Controversial Case

El Paso Matters••Claudia Lorena Silva
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Christina Montes, a candidate for El Paso County Court at Law No. 2, faces scrutiny due to her husband, Juan Manuel Montes, a registered sex offender with a troubling past. He was convicted in 2013 for indecency with a child and has connections to a bail bonds company involved in a kidnapping case. As Montes campaigns for the May 26 Democratic primary runoff, her opponent, Frances Maldonado, emphasizes the need for transparency regarding Montes' suitability for the judicial position. The winner will oversee criminal misdemeanor cases starting January 1, 2027, replacing Judge Julie Gonzalez, who is retiring.

Key Details: • Primary runoff election on May 26, 2023. • Juan Manuel Montes is required to register as a sex offender for life. • Christina Montes is facing a $50,000 lawsuit for breach of contract. • The winner will serve a four-year term starting January 1, 2027.

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