The Honorable Denise Hernández
Judge Hernández has served as the presiding judge of the County Court at Law #6 since January, 2023.
Judge Hernández also oversees Transformative Youth Justice (TYJ), a court-led diversion program for individuals between the ages of 17-20. TYJ utilizes a holistic community-centered approach to provide participants with developmentally-appropriate support, intervention, and mentorship
County Court at Law #6 Guidelines
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Transformative Youth Justice
Transformative Youth Justice (TYJ) is a youth diversion program led by Judge Hernández in partnership with the Travis County Attorney’s Office, the Travis County Clerk’s Office, Court Administration, and other community partners. TYJ works with over 15+ community organizations to provide trauma-informed programming, mental health support, peer support training, educational services, and career development support for all participants.
The vision of TYJ is to reduce recidivism and increase public safety by building a holistic continuum of care that extends beyond the courtroom. Learn More
Court Staff
Judicial Aide:
Rachelle Temoney
(512) 854-9677
Bailiff:
Jesse Ibarra
(512) 854-9743
Court Reporter:
Suzanne Heard
(512) 854-9622
Probation Officer:
Karen Bays
(512) 854-3521
Blackwell-Thurman Criminal Justice Center
Location
509 W 11th St, 4th Floor
Austin, TX 78701
Map & Directions
Mailing Address
County Court at Law 6
P.O. Box 1748
Austin, TX 78767
Phone
(512) 854-9677
Fax
(512) 854-4684
