Judge Chika Anyiam

Judge Chika Anyiam

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Judge Chika Anyiam is the Presiding Judge of Criminal District Court 7, Dallas County, Texas. Judge Anyiam is Board Certified in Criminal Law.

Judge Anyiam is Board Certified in Criminal Law and was first elected to this bench in 2018. JUDGE CHIKA ANYIAM IS EARNING A STRONG REPUTATION ON THE BENCH

"I am grateful to the voters of Dallas County for electing me to Criminal District Court #7 in 2018. I ran a campaign based on my credentials, experience, work ethic and commitment to fairness. I go to work each day honored that I am able to serve my community and be a part of the justice system that is so fundamental to our society in this country." - Judge Chika Anyiam

Over a career spanning more than two decades in Dallas County, Judge Anyiam has been committed to the practice of criminal law and now presiding over Texas Criminal District Court #7. She is committed to the concepts of fairness and equal access to justice, and a true passion for public service. She has broad experience in all aspects of criminal law, both from her current role as a jurist and through her long legal career before coming to the bench. Judge Anyiam's mission is to maintain a courtroom in which the pursuit of justice is paramount. She believes that a judge's first and most important role is to be a steward of the law and to provide a forum in which both sides of an issue are heard. Judge Anyiam is also fully committed to modern reforms that have defined the judicial system in Dallas County, namely keeping dangerous criminals off the streets and holding them accountable, but also extending rehabilitative assistance to drug offenders, minor offenders and the mentally ill as appropriate. Judge Anyiam also supports the use alternative sentencing, and enacting bail reform to keep low-risk offenders out of our jail population.

Photos from Judge Chika Anyiam's post 08/15/2026

DR. ACHOโ€™S 75TH BIRTHDAY: What a celebration it was last night, with prayers, thanksgiving, friends and his beautiful family! Great philanthropist, lover of life, still going strong and loved by his community, what more can one ask of God? Happy Birthday, Dr. Acho, we pray that as you continue to give that God will replenish you both in flesh and spirit. ๐ŸŽ๐ŸŽ‚๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿพ๐Ÿฅ‚

Photos from Judge Chika Anyiam's post 08/01/2026

WOMAN OF THE YEAR: It was such an honor to receive the ANWEP (Association of Nigerian Women Entrepreneurs and Professionals)Woman of the Year Award. Congratulations to ANWEP and Engr. Ogechi Ugwulebo, Founder and CEO on 5 years of empowering women and children in STEM, business and education.

07/30/2026

Rounding up, at the 52nd Annual Advanced Criminal Law Course. Great presenters! Thereโ€™s ALWAYS something new to learn!

07/27/2026

ONGOING: 52nd Annual Advanced Criminal Law Course.

07/04/2026
06/27/2026

JL TURNER TRIAL ACADEMY: I was honored to preside over the J.L. Turner Legal Association Trial Academy mentoring and teaching young lawyers, students and interns alongside my colleagues, judges Ernest White and Audrey Moorehead. The highlights were voir dire and witness examination in a sensitive eviction case. Our impressive group of young participants showcased their trial skills in front of a lively mock jury. Thanks to processor Whattley for this important series and Allison Battiste Clement for her excellent logistical coordination. Thank you participants and mock jurors for venturing out early on a Saturday morning to make this a success!

06/21/2026

Happy Fatherโ€™s Day to all the great dads out here holding space for their children, protecting, providing, embodying love, loyalty and integrity. We appreciate you!๐Ÿ™๐Ÿพโค๏ธ

Photos from Judge Chika Anyiam's post 06/07/2026

SAYING FAREWELL TO LEGEND GEORGE EDWARD ASHFORD III: Wonderful tribute to a man who put family first, was kind, generous and lived a full life. He was loved by his colleagues, the judiciary, friends and family. May God continue to guide, heal and protect your family as they navigate the physical without you, while the memories you made hold them warmly. Rest well, Counsel!๐Ÿ™๐Ÿพ

05/29/2026

GET YOUR DEM ON! Join me for the Grand Opening of the Blue HQ Campaign Hub for state and local Democratic candidates. Saturday, June 6,10am to 12pm, Toll Hill Office Park, 5310 Harvest Hill Rd. Ste. 184, Dallas TX 75230. Free signs while they last, breakfast tacos, beverages and more. RSVP REQUESTED: https://form.jotform.com/261203810326142 See you there!

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