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Andy Eads (R)
Andy Eads (Republican Party) is the Denton County Judge in Texas. He assumed office in 2018. His current term ends on December 31, 2026. Eads (Republican Party) is running for re-election for Denton County Judge in Texas. He is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. He advanced from the Republican primary on March 3, 2026. Eads completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. Click here to read the survey answers.
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Background & approach: “I am a fifth-generation Denton County resident and have had the privilege of serving on the Denton County Commissioners Court since 2007.”
Campaign priorities: “Conservative Fiscal Leadership: I believe taxpayers deserve a county government that lives within its means while delivering the essential services our residents expect.”
Policy focus: “Transportation and infrastructure policy has long been one of my greatest passions.”
Nick Pappas (D)
Nick Pappas (Democratic Party) is running for election for Denton County Judge in Texas. He is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. He advanced from the Democratic primary on March 3, 2026. Pappas (Democratic Party) also ran for election for Governor of Texas. He did not appear on the ballot for the Democratic primary on March 3, 2026. Pappas completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. Click here to read the survey answers.
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Campaign priorities: “LAW ENFORCEMENT - I will ensure that law enforcement, sheriffs, and constables have the support, staffing, and resources they need to keep our communities safe.”
Policy focus: “ELECTIONS - I am committed to free, fair, and accessible elections.”
Background & approach: “I am Nick Pappas, a proud Texan, father, and retired United States Marine.”
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Juli Luke (R)
Juli Luke (Republican Party) is the Denton County Clerk in Texas. She assumed office in 2015. Her current term ends on December 31, 2026. Luke (Republican Party) is running for re-election for Denton County Clerk in Texas. She is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. She advanced from the Republican primary on March 3, 2026.
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Dale Frey (D)
Dale Frey (Democratic Party) is running for election for Denton County Clerk in Texas. He is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. He advanced from the Democratic primary on March 3, 2026. Dale Frey was born in Brockport, New York. He earned a bachelor's degree from George Mason University in 2010. His career experience includes working as a web developer. Frey has been affiliated with the Department of Education, General Services Administration (GSA), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Frisco Democratic Club, and the Denton County Democratic Party (Precinct Chair for Denton-2085).
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Background & approach: “Graduating from GMU, it was an honor to have my first job out of college working in the headquarters of the Department of Education in Washington DC.”
Campaign priorities: “HEALTH: Texas must enter into the Medicaid-Expansion Program in order to support our Health Care providers.”
Policy focus: “Health Care, Veterans, & Teachers: I watched my father-in-law, who was a retired Texas school teacher and war veteran battle cancer in his later years.”
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Kevin Falconer (R)
Kevin Falconer (Republican Party) is a member of the Denton County Commissioners Court in Texas, representing District 2. He assumed office on January 1, 2023. His current term ends on December 31, 2026.
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Background & approach: “I’m Kevin Falconer, your Denton County Commissioner for Precinct 2, and I’m running for re-election to continue serving our community for a second term.”
Campaign priorities: “My record shows that keeping Denton County safe is a practical priority, not a political talking point.”
Policy focus: “I’m passionate about public safety, tax relief, and infrastructure because I have years of experience working on each of these priorities as an elected official.”
Candace Valenzuela (D)
Candace Valenzuela (Democratic Party) is running for election to the Denton County Commissioners Court to represent District 2 in Texas. She advanced from the Democratic primary on March 3, 2026. Valenzuela was an at-large member of the Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District in Texas.
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Campaign priorities: “Denton County currently does not have a county hospital, causing a healthcare desert that hurts our most vulnerable communities.”
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David Wylie (R)
David Wylie (Republican Party) is running for election to the Denton County Commissioners Court to represent District 4 in Texas. Wylie advanced from the Republican primary runoff on May 26, 2026. Wylie was a district-level delegate to the 2016 Republican National Convention from Texas.
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Stephanie Draper (D)
Stephanie Draper (Democratic Party) is running for election to the Denton County Commissioners Court to represent District 4 in Texas. She advanced from the Democratic primary on March 3, 2026. Stephanie Draper earned a high school diploma from Ashworth College.
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Background & approach: “I am Stephanie Draper, a small business owner, community advocate, and a proud resident of Denton County.”
Campaign priorities: “I want to make sure that every seniors, working families, small businesses, and historically overlooked communities have a seat at the table and a commissioner who truly hears them.”
Policy focus: “I believe every eligible voter should have fair, safe and convenient access to ballot. Protecting voting rights means supporting equitable polling access, transparent election processes, and policies that ensure seniors, working families, and underserved communities are not excluded from participation.”
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| District Judge, 481st Judicial District | Crystal Edmonson Levonius (R) Seth Fuller (D) Seth Fuller (Democratic Party) is running for election to the Texas 481st District Court. Fuller is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. Fuller completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. Click here to read the survey answers. Seth Fuller earned a high school diploma from Garland High School, a bachelor's degree from Texas A&M University in 2004, and a law degree from the University of Texas School of Law in 2009. Fuller's career experience includes working as an attorney. Source: Ballotpedia (secondary source) Campaign site (listed by Ballotpedia)Campaign FacebookBallotpedia profile (secondary source)Positions, with sources (3)Background & approach: “I’m Seth Fuller, a Denton County attorney, husband, and father running for judge of the 481st District Court.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source)) Campaign priorities: “I will bring patience, perspective, and more than 15 years of legal experience IN DENTON COURTROOMS to the bench, recognizing that every case affects real people, families, and futures.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source)) Policy focus: “I am passionate about access to justice, protecting constitutional rights, and ensuring that our courts treat every person fairly.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source)) |
Alan Wheeler (R)
Alan Wheeler (Republican Party) is a judge for Precinct 1 of the Denton County Justice of the Peace Courts in Texas. He assumed office on January 1, 2023. His current term ends on January 1, 2027. Wheeler (Republican Party) is running for re-election for the Precinct 1 judge of the Denton County Justice of the Peace Courts in Texas. He is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. He advanced from the Republican primary on March 3, 2026. Wheeler completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. Click here to read the survey answers.
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Background & approach: “I have been a licensed attorney in the State of Texas for 17 years.”
Campaign priorities: “I am the ONLY candidate that has any legal experience.”
Policy focus: “I serve as the Truancy Court for several of the ISDs in Denton County.”
Brandon McGee (D)
Brandon Mcgee (Democratic Party) is running for election for the Precinct 1 judge of the Denton County Justice of the Peace Courts in Texas. Mcgee is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. Mcgee advanced from the Democratic primary on March 3, 2026. Mcgee completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. Click here to read the survey answers. Brandon Mcgee earned a high school diploma from the Wichita High School East and a bachelor's degree from the University of North Texas in 2016. Mcgee's career experience includes working as a truck driver.
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| Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 | Chris Pochyla (R) Chris Pochyla (Republican Party) is running for election for the Precinct 2 judge of the Denton County Justice of the Peace Courts in Texas. Pochyla is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. Pochyla advanced from the Republican primary runoff on May 26, 2026. The candidate list in this election may not be complete. Campaign site (listed by Ballotpedia)Campaign FacebookPersonal LinkedIn Katrina D. Moore (D) |
| Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 | James Kerbow (R) James Kerbow (Republican Party) is a judge for Precinct 3 of the Denton County Justice of the Peace Courts in Texas. He assumed office on January 1, 2019. His current term ends on January 1, 2027. Kerbow (Republican Party) is running for re-election for the Precinct 3 judge of the Denton County Justice of the Peace Courts in Texas. He is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. He advanced from the Republican primary on March 3, 2026. Kerbow completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. Click here to read the survey answers. Campaign FacebookPersonal LinkedInNo campaign site foundPositions, with sources (2)Background & approach: “Born and raised in Denton County, Texas, and I am currently serving as the Justice of the Peace in Precinct 3.” Campaign priorities: “I am the most qualified candidate for Justice of the Peace.” Trista Willeford (D) |
| Justice of the Peace Precinct 4 | Harris Hughey (R) Harris Hughey (Republican Party) is a judge for Precinct 4 of the Denton County Justice of the Peace Courts in Texas. He assumed office on January 1, 2019. His current term ends on January 1, 2027. Hughey (Republican Party) is running for re-election for the Precinct 4 judge of the Denton County Justice of the Peace Courts in Texas. He is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. He advanced from the Republican primary on March 3, 2026. Hughey completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. Click here to read the survey answers. Campaign site (listed by Ballotpedia)Campaign FacebookPositions, with sources (3)Background & approach: “I have 30 years of legal experience in the legal field as a practicing attorney, prosecutor and have had the honor and privilege of serving on this bench for the last 8 years.” Campaign priorities: “I have over 30 years of legal knowledge from all sides of the table, attorney, prosecutor and judge.” Policy focus: “I take a personal interest in Truancy cases that come before me.” Will Robertson (D) Will Robertson (Democratic Party) is running for election for the Precinct 4 judge of the Denton County Justice of the Peace Courts in Texas. Robertson is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. Robertson advanced from the Democratic primary on March 3, 2026. Robertson completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. Click here to read the survey answers. Will Robertson served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 2011 to 2016. He earned a bachelor's degree from Southern Methodist University in 2020 and a graduate degree from the University of Arizona in 2026. Robertson's career experience includes working as a business owner. Campaign site (listed by Ballotpedia)Campaign FacebookCampaign InstagramPersonal LinkedInPositions, with sources (3)Background & approach: “Will Robertson is a United States Marine Corps veteran, small-business owner, and community-focused leader running with a commitment to strengthening our local institutions and supporting families.” Campaign priorities: “As Justice of the Peace, I believe everyone deserves a fair hearing before a judge who listens, applies the law the same way for all, and treats people with respect.” Policy focus: “I believe the JP should be a steady, professional presence who understands the community and works to keep problems from getting worse.” |
| Justice of the Peace Precinct 5 | Vince Handler (R) Vince Handler (Republican Party) is running for election for the Precinct 5 judge of the Denton County Justice of the Peace Courts in Texas. He is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. He advanced from the Republican primary on March 3, 2026. Handler completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. Click here to read the survey answers. Vince Handler served in the U.S. Air Force from 1989 to 2009. He earned a bachelor's degree from Oklahoma City University in 2001 and a law degree from Baylor Law School in 2013. His career experience includes working as an attorney, certified fraud examiner, special agent, and investigative analyst. Handler has been affi Campaign site (listed by Ballotpedia)Campaign FacebookCampaign XPositions, with sources (3)Background & approach: “I love Texas and our conservative values.” Campaign priorities: “Fair & Impartial — I will listen to every party attentively, consider all evidence without prejudice, and apply the law without favoritism.” Policy focus: “I’m especially passionate about helping young people understand civics, the justice system, and the real-life consequences of their choices.” Patrece Perry (D) Patrece Perry (Democratic Party) is running for election for the Precinct 5 judge of the Denton County Justice of the Peace Courts in Texas. Perry is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. Perry advanced from the Democratic primary on March 3, 2026. The candidate list in this election may not be complete. Personal LinkedInNo campaign site found |
| Justice of the Peace Precinct 6 | Blanca Oliver (R) Blanca Oliver (Republican Party) is a judge for Precinct 6 of the Denton County Justice of the Peace Courts in Texas. She assumed office on January 1, 2023. Her current term ends on January 1, 2027. Oliver (Republican Party) is running for re-election for the Precinct 6 judge of the Denton County Justice of the Peace Courts in Texas. She is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. She advanced from the Republican primary on March 3, 2026. Oliver completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. Click here to read the survey answers. Campaign site (listed by Ballotpedia)Campaign FacebookPositions, with sources (3)Background & approach: “My name is Blanca Oliver, and I am honored to serve as your Justice of the Peace for Precinct 6 in Denton County.” Campaign priorities: “In my first year in office, I addressed a serious backlog of 2000 cases that should have been adjudicated.” Policy focus: “I am passionate about access to legal education and resources for all.” Michelle Butler (D) Michelle Butler (Democratic Party) is running for election for the Precinct 6 judge of the Denton County Justice of the Peace Courts in Texas. Butler is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. Butler advanced from the Democratic primary on March 3, 2026. Butler completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. Click here to read the survey answers. Michelle Butler's career experience includes working as a political strategist. Campaign site (listed by Ballotpedia)Campaign FacebookPositions, with sources (3)Background & approach: “My name is Michelle Butler, and I am a candidate for Justice of the Peace, Precinct 6 in Denton County, Texas.” Campaign priorities: “I will uphold the law fairly, resist political pressure, and ensure every decision is rooted in accountability and due process.” Policy focus: “I’m passionate about public policy that protects working families from preventable financial crises.” |