Judge Dolores Lozano

Judge Dolores Lozano made history in November 2022 as the first woman and minority elected to serve as Harris County Justice of the Peace for Precinct 2, Place 2. Her jurisdiction encompasses key areas of the Greater Southeast Houston region, including Houston, South Houston, Galena Park, Jacinto City, Pasadena, Pearland, and Friendswood. Born and raised in Southeast Houston, Judge Lozano has dedicated her life to breaking barriers, serving her community, and empowering the next generation of leaders.

A proud first-generation college graduate, Judge Lozano earned her bachelor’s degree from Baylor University.

Judge Lozano began her professional career in speech pathology, providing critical services to children in underserved communities. She later transitioned into sports and entertainment, contributing to high profile events such as Super Bowl LI, NCAA Final Four tournaments, and NBA All-Star games. Her passion for social impact led her to co-launch Impact Hub Houston in 2018, an organization focused on addressing systematic inequities and empowering communities through innovative solutions.

In her role as Justice of the Peace, Judge Lozano presides over cases including evictions, small claims, traffic violations, and truancy. Her commitment to fostering justice and dignity drives her to continually innovate within her courtroom. In 2024, she received the Texas Association of Counties Best Practice Award and the Texas Housers Award for launching an Eviction Diversion Initiative, a program designed to combat homelessness by educating landlords and tenants while providing critical resources to foster win-win solutions.

Beyond the courtroom, Judge Lozano remains deeply committed to education and leadership. She serves as Assistant Secretary of the KIPP Texas Board of Directors, advocating for equitable opportunities for students across the state. She is also an active member of the Junior League of Houston and a fellow of prestigious programs such as the Aspen Institute Ideas Scholars, Management and leadership for Tomorrow, and Latinos for Education.

Judge Lozano’s journey is a testament to resilience, determination, and transformative power of community. Married to her husband, Kory, for six years, the couple recently welcome their first child, a baby boy named Xavi Odell.