Favorability to Plaintiff:

6 (Moderately Favorable)

Summary:

A Hispanic-majority border venue with moderate politics, a military presence (Laughlin Air Force Base), and moderate local plaintiff capabilities. Limited verdict data keeps the county neutral on paper, though there are some plaintiff-friendly results, especially in highway wrecks against trucking companies, which have yielded above-average outcomes on clear liability. The substantial Hispanic population and border dynamics create moderate plaintiff favorability, and panels are viewed as reasonably fair. Net: a viable, balanced forum, not a runaway-verdict jurisdiction, but a solid venue for well-proved negligence cases.

County Seat:

Del Rio

Population (2024):

47,999

Median Age:

32.3

Median Income:

$59,673

2024 Election Results:

Trump (62.7%)