Conroe judge facing DWI avoids questions at campaign event

Judge William Waggoner of the Conroe Municipal Court, who was arrested last month on a driving-while-intoxicated charge, chose not to respond to inquiries regarding his criminal history as he entered a campaign meet-and-greet for the justice of the peace position in Precinct 1 on Monday.

When journalists questioned him, Waggoner referred them to a prepared statement. “I issued a statement, and it’s accessible,” he stated on camera, as reported by video from KPRC’s Click2Houston.

Authorities apprehended Waggoner following reports that he was operating a vehicle at 61 mph in a 35 mph zone. Officers noted indications of intoxication, leading to his arrest on a DWI charge. 

In his car, officers found a handgun, according to the arrest report. Under Texas law, carrying a firearm while intoxicated may constitute a distinct criminal offense.

Waggoner has addressed the incident from December 2025 in a written statement, referring to it as a “bad day” while contesting certain details presented in the officer’s affidavit. He refuted claims of having multiple DWI convictions, labeling certain reports as “fabrications designed to destroy my reputation.” He also emphasized his willingness to permit body-worn camera footage to reveal the truth, according to his statement. KPRC has formally requested the footage from the Montgomery Police Department.

Local reports indicate that Waggoner has a history of DWI-related arrests and disciplinary actions linked to his military service. Court documents reveal that some of these past incidents did not lead to convictions. 

Recent coverage brought those details to light, prompting reporters to seek answers at Monday’s event. Waggoner declined to comment when questioned about the previous record.

City officials have confirmed their awareness of the arrest, stating that Waggoner continues to serve as the municipal judge while the legal proceedings unfold. “Everyone is accountable under the law and capable of errors,” a statement from the city declared following the arrest.