--- title: "John Winkelmann | KnowJudges" canonical: "https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/john-winkelmann" page_type: "judge_profile" updated: "2026-07-26" --- # John Winkelmann Texas 335th District Court · District Judge ## Profile - Court: Texas 335th District Court - State: Texas - Role: District Judge - Service status: active - Last verified: 2026-07-25 ## Summary Official statewide and applicable court procedural guidance applies to this judge. ## Before you appear - Read the judge-specific standing order first when one is listed. - Check the docket and case orders for requirements that supersede broader guidance. - Confirm current remote-access and courtroom technology arrangements before the proceeding. ## Courtroom Rules ### civil remote appearances Scope: statewide In civil district and county court proceedings, the court may permit or require electronic participation after appropriate notice; compelled electronic participation for oral-testimony proceedings requires good cause or party agreement, and a jury trial requires party agreement. Evidence excerpt: Upon appropriate notice by a party or the court, a court may allow or require a participant to appear at a court proceeding by videoconference, teleconference, or other available electronic means, except as otherwise provided in (2). [Texas Rule of Civil Procedure 21d, Appearances at Court Proceedings](https://www.txcourts.gov/media/1462948/texas-rules-of-civil-procedure-july-1-2026.pdf) Source checked: 2026-07-26 ### civil recording and broadcasting Scope: statewide Civil district and county trial courts may permit courtroom recording or broadcasting only under Supreme Court guidelines, with the required party and witness consent, or for ceremonial proceedings. Evidence excerpt: A trial court may permit broadcasting, televising, recording, or photographing of proceedings in the courtroom only in the following circumstances: [Texas Rule of Civil Procedure 18c, Recording and Broadcasting of Court Proceedings](https://www.txcourts.gov/media/1462948/texas-rules-of-civil-procedure-july-1-2026.pdf) Source checked: 2026-07-26 ## Sources - [Official profile](https://card.txcourts.gov/directorysearch.aspx) - [Official roster](https://card.txcourts.gov/directorysearch.aspx) - [Texas Office of Court Administration official judicial roster](https://card.txcourts.gov/directorysearch.aspx) - [Texas Rule of Civil Procedure 21d, Appearances at Court Proceedings](https://www.txcourts.gov/media/1462948/texas-rules-of-civil-procedure-july-1-2026.pdf) - [Texas Rule of Civil Procedure 18c, Recording and Broadcasting of Court Proceedings](https://www.txcourts.gov/media/1462948/texas-rules-of-civil-procedure-july-1-2026.pdf) ## JSON-LD ```json { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@graph": [ { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/john-winkelmann", "url": "https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/john-winkelmann", "name": "John Winkelmann | KnowJudges", "description": "John Winkelmann, Texas 335th District Court. 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Winkelmann combines extensive legal experience with community engagement and currently serves as the judge of the 335th District Court in Texas, with a term extending through 2028 - In July 2016, he opened a private practice in Brenham, Texas, and has held the role of the presiding municipal court judge since January 2020 - Began his legal career in January 2013 as a prosecutor for the Washington County Attorney’s Office - John D. Winkelmann is a Republican attorney and judge who currently holds the office of Texas District Court Judge for the 335th Judicial District, which covers Washington, Bastrop, Burleson, and Lee counties - His experience spans roles as a prosecutor, defense attorney, and municipal court judge, providing him with a broad perspective on the legal system ### Education - Law license in November 2012 after studying at St. Mary’s University. ### Additional information - He ran for this position in the 2024 Texas General Election and assumed office following the election. - Winkelmann emphasizes fairness and ensuring that all parties receive adequate docket time to present their cases. - The 335th Judicial District Court presides over a wide range of cases, including felony criminal cases, juvenile cases, family law matters, civil cases involving $200 or more, election contests, and property disputes. - Winkelmann is a member of the Republican Party, aligning with its principles of fiscal conservatism, limited government intervention, and personal responsibility. - Outside the courtroom, Winkelmann is active in his community. - He serves as president of the Christ Lutheran Day School Board of Directors and is a board member of the Brenham Children’s Chorus. ## Published courtroom rules ### Shared court rules - [Texas Rule of Civil Procedure 21d, Appearances at Court Proceedings](https://knowjudges.com/courtroom-rules/national-shared-set-119ce7e69a3752f1da3cfce0) — Scope is limited to the court class in the source claim. Shared court context only; case-type restrictions, exceptions, later amendments and case orders apply. This is not a personal preference or a complete rules inventory. [Official source](https://www.txcourts.gov/media/1462948/texas-rules-of-civil-procedure-july-1-2026.pdf). Collected 2026-07-26. - [Texas Rule of Civil Procedure 21d, Appearances at Court Proceedings](https://knowjudges.com/courtroom-rules/national-shared-set-a5f587f769df9f3231ef4f9a) — Scope is limited to the court class in the source claim. Shared court context only; case-type restrictions, exceptions, later amendments and case orders apply. This is not a personal preference or a complete rules inventory. [Official source](https://www.txcourts.gov/media/1462948/texas-rules-of-civil-procedure-july-1-2026.pdf). Collected 2026-07-26.