CLEAT, the Combined Law Enforcement Association of Texas, released a letter of endorsement Wednesday, February 23, of Brown County Judge Paul Lilly.  The letter reads as follows.

Dear Judge Lilly,

Because of your commitment to law enforcement and criminal justice issues and your public position regarding issues that will impact the rank-and-file officers of the state, the Combined Law Enforcement Associations of Texas, or CLEAT, has endorsed your candidacy for Brown County Judge.

As you know, CLEAT is the state’s largest police organization, and we have the reputation of fighting hard on the side of Texas law enforcement. We believe you have the similar courage to make a difference for the public we protect.

The brave and courageous men and women of Texas law enforcement deserve representation, advocacy, and results they can count on. It is with pride that we endorse your campaign for Brown County Judge.

Please feel free to contact me if I or our Public Affairs staff can be of any assistance to you and your campaign.

Highest Regards,

Charley Wilkison
Executive Director
CLEAT

Lilly is running for re-election as Brown County Judge.