Your Tarrant County ballot

Tim O'hare (R)

Tim O'Hare (Republican Party) is the Tarrant County Judge in Texas. He assumed office on January 1, 2023. His current term ends on January 1, 2027. O'Hare (Republican Party) is running for re-election for Tarrant 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. Tim O'Hare earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Texas at Austin in 1991. He earned a J.D. from the SMU Dedman School of Law in 1995. O'Hare's career experience includes working as an attorney and real estate investor. Source: Ballotpedia (secondary source)

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Positions, with sources (3)
Campaign priorities: “As your next County Judge, I will work tirelessly to ensure your county government is fair, transparent, and accountable.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source))
Policy focus: “I will work hard to reduce taxes, eliminate wasteful spending, and focus on conservative and effective reforms that bolster our economy.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source))
Leadership: “My opponent claims to be a conservative, but her record does not match her words.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source))
Alisa Simmons (D)

Alisa Simmons (Democratic Party) is a member of the Tarrant County Commissioners Court in Texas, representing District 2. She assumed office on January 1, 2023. Her current term ends on December 31, 2026. Simmons is not running for re-election to Tarrant County Commissioners Court Precinct 2 in 2026. Simmons (Democratic Party) is running for election for Tarrant County Judge in Texas. She is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. She advanced from the Democratic primary on March 3, 2026. Simmons completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. Click here to read the survey answers.

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Positions, with sources (3)
Background & approach: “A sixth-generation Texan and a 35-year resident of Arlington, Alisa Simmons has deep roots and an unmatched commitment to our community.”
Campaign priorities: “I am a transformative leader with an unparalleled record of fighting for a better Arlington.”
Policy focus: “Educating our kids is not partisan issue.”
Bryan Kidd (G)
Tom Wilder (R)
Nathan Smith (D)

Nathan Smith (Democratic Party) is running for election for Tarrant County District Clerk in Texas. Smith is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. Smith advanced from the Democratic primary on March 3, 2026. Smith completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. Click here to read the survey answers. Nathan Smith served in the U.S. Army from 2010 to 2017. Smith graduated from Arlington High School. Smith earned a bachelor's degree from the University of San Diego in 2010. Smith's career experience includes working as a nonprofit director. Source: Ballotpedia (secondary source)

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Positions, with sources (1)
Campaign priorities: “I’m running to provide a fresh start for the Tarrant County District Clerk’s office because the incumbent’s thirty years in office is too long.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source))
Mary Louise Nicholson (R)

Mary Louise Nicholson (Republican Party) is the Tarrant County Clerk in Texas. She assumed office in 2011. Her current term ends on December 31, 2026. Nicholson (Republican Party) is running for re-election for Tarrant 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. Nicholson completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. Click here to read the survey answers.

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Positions, with sources (2)
Background & approach: “I am a seasoned executive with proven expertise in successfully leading distinct teams with wide ranging duties and responsibilities.”
Campaign priorities: “I am hyper focused on delivering outstanding customer service, as evidenced by the placement of QR codes and Comment Cards at all customer service counters.”
Lydia Bean (D)

Lydia Bean (Democratic Party) is running for election for Tarrant County Clerk in Texas. She is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. She advanced from the Democratic primary on March 3, 2026. Bean completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. Click here to read the survey answers. Lydia Bean earned a bachelor's degree from Austin College in 2002 and a Ph.D. from Harvard University in 2009. Her professional experience includes working as a nonprofit consultant, small business owner, and teacher. As of 2020, she was the business director of RE:site Studio, and a fellow in the Political Reform program at New America. Bean previously taught at Baylor Uni

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Positions, with sources (3)
Background & approach: “I am a small business owner, mother, and champion for transparency in local government.”
Campaign priorities: “I will protect free and fair elections as the Vice Chair of the Tarrant County Elections Commission.”
Policy focus: “I am a local government nerd, and I am passionate about improving services, protecting free and fair elections, and making sure people's interactions with the county government are fast, convenient, and respectful.”
Tony Tinderholt (R)

Tony Tinderholt (Republican Party) is a member of the Texas House of Representatives, representing District 94. He assumed office in 2015. His current term ends on January 12, 2027. Tinderholt is not running for re-election to Texas House of Representatives District 94 in 2026.

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Jared Williams (D)

Jared Williams is running for election to the Travis County Municipal Utility District 41 Board At-large in Texas. Williams is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. Click here to view Ballotpedia's local election coverage in Texas by county in 2026. Jared Williams has not yet completed Ballotpedia's 2026 Candidate Connection survey. If you are Jared Williams, click here to fill out the survey. Source: Ballotpedia (secondary source)

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Manny Ramirez (R)

Manny Ramirez (Republican Party) is a member of the Tarrant County Commissioners Court in Texas, representing District 4. He assumed office on January 1, 2023. His current term ends on December 31, 2026.

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Positions, with sources (3)
Policy focus: “Enhancing public safety in our communities, improving our aging infrastructure to accommodate our regions exponential growth, and ensuring that our Texas conservative values are protected.”
Nydia Cardenas (D)

Nydia Cardenas (Democratic Party) is running for election to the Tarrant County Commissioners Court to represent District 4 in Texas. Cardenas advanced from the Democratic primary on March 3, 2026.

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Positions, with sources (3)
Background & approach: “I'm a proud product of Fort Worth public schools and a first-generation Mexican-American. My parents taught me that when something isn't right, you step up.”
Campaign priorities: “I'll push TAD back to annual reappraisals and fight for property tax reform that protects homeowners.”
Policy focus: “I'm passionate about community resilience and long-term planning that ensures growth serves everyone and protects our natural resources.”
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Criminal District Attorney Tarrant County
Phil Sorrells (R)

Phil Sorrells (Republican Party) is the Tarrant County District Attorney in Texas. He assumed office on January 1, 2023. His current term ends on January 1, 2027. Sorrells (Republican Party) is running for re-election for Tarrant County District Attorney in Texas.

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Positions, with sources (3)
Background & approach: “For 35 years, I have dedicated my career to protecting our community. I served as an assistant district attorney, a judge, and now as your district attorney.”
Campaign priorities: “My first responsibility as District Attorney is to keep Tarrant County safe. I believe in holding criminals accountable, especially those who commit violent crimes, and standing with the victims and families whose lives they have changed.”
Policy focus: “That’s why I’m passionate about protecting children from abuse, helping victims of domestic and sexual violence, and stopping the flow of deadly drugs into our communities.”
Tiffany Burks (D)

Tiffany Burks (Democratic Party) is running for election for Tarrant County District Attorney in Texas. She advanced from the Democratic primary on March 3, 2026. Tiffany Burks was born in Dallas, Texas. She earned a high school diploma from Skyline High School and a bachelor's degree from the University of Texas at Austin in 1993.

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Positions, with sources (2)
Background & approach: “I have dedicated my entire career to public service.”
In the candidate's words: “My parents are my heroes. They taught all six of their children the importance of education, the value of a strong work ethic, and an appreciation to treat everyone with dignity and respect.”
District Judge, 213th Judicial District (Unexpired Term)
Michael Ferry (R)

Michael Ferry (Republican Party) is a judge of the Texas 213th District Court. Ferry's current term ends on December 31, 2026. Ferry (Republican Party) is running in a special election for judge of the Texas 213th District Court. Ferry is on the ballot in the special general election on November 3, 2026. Greg Abbott (R) appointed Ferry to the Texas 213th District Court on May 4, 2026, to replace Chris Wolfe (R).

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Arthurine "anhthu" Kamphaus (D)
District Judge, 231st Judicial District
Leslie Barrows (R)

Leslie Barrows (Republican Party) is running for election for judge of the Texas 231st District Court. Barrows is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. Barrows advanced from the Republican primary on March 3, 2026. Barrows completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. Click here to read the survey answers. Leslie Barrows graduated from the Episcopal School of Dallas. Barrows earned a bachelor's degree from Sam Houston State University in 2007 and a law degree from Oklahoma City University School of Law in 2000. Barrows' career experience includes working as an attorney and small business owner.

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Lyndsay Newell (D)

Lyndsay Newell (Democratic Party) is running for election for judge of the Texas 231st District Court. Newell is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. Newell advanced from the Democratic primary on March 3, 2026. The candidate list in this election may not be complete.

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District Judge, 236th Judicial District
Dusty Fillmore (R)

Dusty Fillmore (Republican Party) is running for election for judge of the Texas 236th District Court. Fillmore is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. Fillmore advanced from the Republican primary on March 3, 2026. The candidate list in this election may not be complete.

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Katherine "kate" Kim (D)
District Judge, 297th Judicial District
Amy Allin (R)

Amy Allin is a judge of the Texas 297th District Court. Allin assumed office in 2025. Allin's current term ends on December 31, 2026. Allin (Republican Party) is running for re-election for judge of the Texas 297th District Court. Allin is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. Allin advanced from the Republican primary on March 3, 2026. Allin completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. Click here to read the survey answers.

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Positions, with sources (1)
Campaign priorities: “The criminal courts play a vital role in protecting public safety and maintaining confidence in our justice system.”
Fred Howey (D)

Fred Howey (Democratic Party) is running for election for judge of the Texas 297th District Court. Howey is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. Howey advanced from the Democratic primary on March 3, 2026. Howey completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. Click here to read the survey answers. Fred Howey earned a high school diploma from Lakeville Senior High School. Howey earned a law degree from Texas Wesleyan University in 2010. His career experience includes working as an attorney. He served in the U.S. Army Reserve from 1996 to 2009.

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Positions, with sources (2)
Campaign priorities: “Veteran: I served my country in Operation Iraqi Freedom, and that same commitment to duty and service will guide me on the bench.”
Policy focus: “I’m passionate about due process, the constitutional right to a fair trial, and effective assistance of counsel.”
District Judge, 323rd Judicial District
Alex Kim (R)

Alex Kim (Republican Party) is a judge of the Texas 323rd District Court. He assumed office on January 1, 2019. His current term ends on December 31, 2026. Kim (Republican Party) is running for re-election for judge of the Texas 323rd District Court. He is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. He advanced from the Republican primary on March 3, 2026. Alex Kim lives in Fort Worth, Texas. He earned a J.D. from Texas A&M University School of Law in 2006. Kim’s career experience includes working as an attorney at his own practice, Alexander Kim Attorney at Law, PLLC.

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Brian Willett (D)

Brian Willett (Democratic Party) is running for election for judge of the Texas 323rd District Court. Willett is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. Willett advanced from the Democratic primary on March 3, 2026. Willett completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. Click here to read the survey answers. Brian Willett graduated from Rockridge High School. Willett earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Iowa in 1988 and a law degree from Memphis State University in 1991. Willett's career experience includes working as an attorney and small business owner.

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Positions, with sources (3)
Background & approach: “I am a double board-certified attorney in Juvenile Law and Criminal Law and have practiced in Tarrant County for more than 30 years.”
Campaign priorities: “I believe the juvenile justice system should hold young people accountable while also giving them a meaningful opportunity to change.”
Policy focus: “While judges do not make public policy, my years practicing juvenile and criminal law have given me a deep appreciation for issues that affect children, families, and the justice system.”
District Judge, 324th Judicial District
Andy Hsu (R)

Andy Hsu (Republican Party) is running for election for judge of the Texas 324th District Court. Hsu is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. Hsu advanced from the Republican primary on March 3, 2026. The candidate list in this election may not be complete.

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Crystal Gayden (D)

Crystal Gayden (Democratic Party) is running for election for judge of the Texas 324th District Court. She is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. She advanced from the Democratic primary on March 3, 2026. The candidate list in this election may not be complete.

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District Judge, 325th Judicial District
Cynthia Terry (R)

Cynthia Terry (Republican Party) is a judge of the Texas 325th District Court. She assumed office on January 1, 2023. Her current term ends on December 31, 2026. Terry (Republican Party) is running for re-election for judge of the Texas 325th District Court. She is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. She advanced from the Republican primary on March 3, 2026. Cynthia Terry lives in Mansfield, Texas. She earned a bachelor's degree in psychology from the University of Michigan and a J.D. from Western Michigan University Thomas M. Cooley Law School. Terry’s career experience includes working as an attorney at her own practice, Favila Terry Law PLLC. She is the vice

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Andy Griffin (D)

Andy Griffin (Democratic Party) is running for election for judge of the Texas 325th District Court. Griffin is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. Griffin advanced from the Democratic primary on March 3, 2026. The candidate list in this election may not be complete.

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District Judge, 371st Judicial District
Ryan Hill (R)

Ryan Hill (Republican Party) is a judge of the Texas 371st District Court. He assumed office in 2022. His current term ends on December 31, 2026. Hill (Republican Party) is running for re-election for judge of the Texas 371st District Court. He is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. He advanced from the Republican primary on March 3, 2026. He was appointed to the court on March 23, 2022, by Gov. Greg Abbott. Source: Ballotpedia (secondary source)

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Marquetta "marq" Clayton (D)
District Judge, 432nd Judicial District
Lee Sorrells (R)

Lee Sorrells (Republican Party) is running for election for judge of the Texas 432nd District Court. Sorrells is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. Sorrells advanced from the Republican primary on March 3, 2026. The candidate list in this election may not be complete.

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Courtney Miller (D)

Courtney Miller (Democratic Party) is running for election for judge of the Texas 432nd District Court. Miller is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. Miller advanced from the Democratic primary on March 3, 2026. Miller completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. Click here to read the survey answers. Courtney Miller earned a high school diploma from North Side High School, a bachelor's degree from Texas Christian University in 2002, and a law degree from the Texas Tech University School of Law in 2005. Miller's career experience includes working as an attorney.

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Positions, with sources (2)
Background & approach: “I am a 20 year attorney specializing in criminal defense.”
Campaign priorities: “I am running to bring dignity and humanity back to our courtrooms.”
Criminal District Judge #1 Tarrant County
Sherri Wagner (R)

Sherri Wagner (Republican Party) is running for election for the Number 1 judge of the Tarrant County Criminal District Court in Texas. Wagner is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. Wagner advanced from the Republican primary on March 3, 2026. The candidate list in this election may not be complete.

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Cindy Stormer (D)

Cindy Stormer (Democratic Party) is running for election for the Number 1 judge of the Tarrant County Criminal District Court in Texas. She is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. She advanced from the Democratic primary on March 3, 2026. Stormer completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. Click here to read the survey answers. Cindy Stormer was born in Ponca City, Oklahoma. She earned a high school diploma from Stephenville High School. She earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Texas at Arlington in 1983 and a law degree from the South Texas College of Law in 1986. Her career experience includes working as an attorney, professor, auth

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Positions, with sources (3)
Background & approach: “I am a professor emeritus of Government, law and criminal justice.”
Campaign priorities: “Get the violent offenders to prison instead of on bond in our community.”
Policy focus: “I was the Chief of the Mental Health Division of the Dallas District Attorney's office.”
Criminal District Judge #4 Tarrant County
Andy Porter (R)

Andy Porter (Republican Party) is a judge for Number 4 of the Tarrant County Criminal District Court in Texas. He assumed office on January 1, 2023. His current term ends on December 31, 2026. Porter (Republican Party) is running for re-election for the Number 4 judge of the Tarrant County Criminal District Court 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.

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John Brender (D)

John Brender (Democratic Party) is running for election for the Number 4 judge of the Tarrant County Criminal District Court 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. The candidate list in this election may not be complete.

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Judge, County Criminal Court No. 5
Brad Clark (R)

Brad Clark (Republican Party) is a judge for Number 5 of the Tarrant County Criminal Court Texas. He assumed office on January 1, 2023. His current term ends on December 31, 2026. Clark (Republican Party) is running for re-election for the Number 5 judge of the Tarrant County Criminal Court Texas. He is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. He advanced from the Republican primary on March 3, 2026. Clark was born in Fort Worth, Texas. He earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Texas at Arlington in 1988. He earned a J.D. from Baylor Law School in 1991. Clark's career experience includes working as an attorney at law.

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Positions, with sources (3)
Background & approach: “His leadership and effective management style have allowed his firm to add attorneys that continue to serve our community with expanded practice areas, including family law and child welfare.”
Campaign priorities: “Brad Clark will provide unbiased, strong leadership in the courtroom and in the community focused on justice, the safety of our citizens and the rule of law.”
Policy focus: “Citizens understanding the work that is done in our criminal courts and making an informed decision when selecting judicial candidates.”
Julya "jujubill" Billhymer (D)
Judge, County Criminal Court No. 9
Brian Bolton (R)

Brian Bolton (Republican Party) is a judge for Number 9 of the Tarrant County Criminal Court Texas. Bolton assumed office on January 1, 2023. Bolton's current term ends on December 31, 2026. Bolton (Republican Party) is running for re-election for the Number 9 judge of the Tarrant County Criminal Court Texas. Bolton is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. Bolton advanced from the Republican primary on March 3, 2026. Bolton completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. Click here to read the survey answers.

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Positions, with sources (3)
Background & approach: “I’m Brian Bolton, your Presiding Judge of Tarrant CCC9.”
Campaign priorities: “Having worked on both sides of the criminal courtroom and having practiced in nearly 60 Texas counties prior to taking the bench, I brought a depth and breadth of experience to this position.”
Policy focus: “I’m particularly passionate about the laws and regulations surrounding Driving While Intoxicated cases for two reasons: DWI cases are predominantly the cases tried in the misdemeanor courts, and DWI offenses have an obvious impact upon the continued safety of the community.”
Lesa Pamplin (D)

Lesa Pamplin (Democratic Party) is running for election for the Number 9 judge of the Tarrant County Criminal Court Texas. She is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. She advanced from the Democratic primary on March 3, 2026. The candidate list in this election may not be complete.

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Justice of the Peace Precinct 2Mary Tom Cravens Curnutt (R) vs. Celina Vasquez (D)
Justice of the Peace Precinct 4Christopher "chris" Gregory (R) vs. Rodney Lee (D)
Justice of the Peace Precinct 7Paige Payne - Neal (R) vs. Kenneth D. Sanders (D)

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