Justin Lee Watkins (born May 27, 1979) is a former Democratic member of the

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. He represented the 35th district, which covers parts of the southwestern

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Biography

Watkins was born in Las Vegas in 1979, and graduated from

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in 2001. He received his

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from the

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in 2004. Watkins practices law with Battle Born Injury Lawyers, a firm that includes fellow Assemblyman

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. He is licensed to practice law in California, Nevada, and Utah. Watkins ran for the Assembly in 2016. He was unopposed in the Democratic primary and defeated incumbent Republican

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. In October 2017, Watkins announced he would not seek reelection in 2018.

Personal life

Watkins and his wife, Marni, have 2 daughters; Adyson and Sydney.

Political positions

Watkins identifies as a moderate Democrat. He supports expanding background checks for gun purchases.

Electoral history

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* {{DEFAULTSORT:Watkins, Justin 1979 births Living people Democratic Party members of the Nevada Assembly Nevada lawyers Oregon State University alumni Politicians from Las Vegas University of San Diego School of Law alumni 21st-century members of the Nevada Legislature