TEXAS MIDTERM 2026
WHY THIS RACE MATTERS
Justices of the Peace run the local court for small-claims cases up to $20,000, evictions, traffic tickets, and minor offenses.
WHO’S RUNNING
Mary Tom Cravens Curnutt
Republican
If you get an eviction notice, a small claims dispute or a school truancy letter, a Justice of the Peace is the local judge who hears it. Mary Tom Curnutt, a Republican, is running to keep the Precinct 2 seat.
Celina Vasquez
Democrat
Most people meet the justice of the peace when something goes wrong in daily life: a rent dispute, a traffic ticket, or a child missing school. Celina Vasquez, a Democrat, is challenging for the Precinct 2 seat.
WHERE & WHEN TO VOTE
Early voting Oct 19–30 · Election Day Tue, Nov 3