Texas Judge Reprimanded for Inappropriate Courtroom Behavior and Lack of Experience

A district criminal court judge in Fort Bend County, Texas, is facing public admonishment following conduct that has raised concerns about his qualifications. Judge Steve Rogers, with only two months’ experience in criminal law at the time of his appointment, has been ordered to undergo additional education by the State Commission on Judicial Conduct. Reports have highlighted Judge Rogers’ alleged remarks in court, including using expletives such as “Don’t f— with me in my court,” to underscore the criticisms directed at his courtroom demeanor. Further details on this development are available in a [Texas Lawyer article](https://www.law.com/texaslawyer/2025/01/07/dont-f—with-me-in-my-court-texas-judge-in-hot-water-/, “_blank”).