2026 Texas General Election

Helen Petry Stowe

Helen is a judge at the Bexar County Court at Law No. 1. She works at the Bexar County Court at Law No. 1. She previously worked as an assistant district attorney at the Bexar County District Attorney’s Office and as a private practice attorney.

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Helen Petry Stowe currently serves as the judge for Bexar County Court-At-Law No. 1. She was appointed by the Bexar County Commissioners Court to fill the remainder of Judge John Fleming’s term and subsequently won election in the November general election. She is the Democratic nominee for the position in the 2026 election.

As of July 22, 2026, Helen Petry Stowe’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Emphasizes the importance of fairness and justice in the legal system.

Plans to implement programs that enhance legal education and resources for the public, believing that informed citizens are better equipped to navigate the legal system and advocate for their rights.

Plans to engage with the community and listen to their concerns, ensuring that the court reflects the values and needs of the people it serves.

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Helen is a judge for Bexar County Court at Law No. 1. She previously served as an assistant district attorney. She has also worked in private practice. 

Helen is currently a judge for Bexar County Court at Law No. 1. She was appointed in 2023. Before her appointment, she served as an assistant district attorney.

Believes in fairness and justice, emphasizing equal treatment under the law and improving access to justice for all individuals.

Aims to implement programs that enhance legal education and resources for the public to help citizens navigate the legal system and advocate for their rights.

Commits to transparency and accountability by engaging with the community and addressing their concerns to ensure the court reflects their values and needs.

Helen is a judge for Bexar County Court-at-Law No. 1. She previously served as an assistant district attorney. She has also worked in private practice. 

Helen is currently a judge for Bexar County Court at Law No. 1. She was appointed in 2022 and won the election in 2022. She is currently serving her first term.

Helen is a judge at the Bexar County Court at Law No. 1. She works at the court, where she was appointed by the Bexar County commissioners to fill a vacancy and later won election. She previously worked as an assistant district attorney with the Bexar County District Attorney’s Office and practiced law in private practice.

Helen Petry Stowe currently serves as the Judge for Bexar County Court at Law No. 1 in Texas. She was appointed by the Bexar County commissioners court to fill the remainder of Judge John Fleming's term, and subsequently won election to the same seat.

Helen is currently a judge on the Bexar County Court at Law No. 1. She was appointed in 2023 and subsequently elected. She is currently serving her first term.

As a prosecutor and in private practice, believes her legal experience has equipped her with the necessary skills to serve effectively in the role.

Said, "Stowe emphasizes the importance of fairness and justice in the legal system. She is dedicated to ensuring that all individuals receive equal treatment under the law, regardless of their background. Her campaign focuses on improving access to justice and addressing the needs of the community."

Aims to implement programs that enhance legal education and resources for the public, believing informed citizens can better navigate the legal system and advocate for their rights.

Buket Urgen

Helen is a judge at Bexar County Court at Law No. 1. She works at Bexar County Court at Law No. 1. She previously served as an assistant district attorney with the Bexar County District Attorney’s Office and practiced law in private practice.

As an assistant district attorney, prosecuted civil and criminal cases under state law on behalf of the district attorney’s office, supervised legal and clerical staff, and conducted interviews with victims and witnesses in ongoing cases.

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Plans to implement programs that enhance legal education and resources for the public.

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Bob Behrens

- A County Court-At-Law judge handles misdemeanors, such as assault of a family member, property theft between $750 and $2,500, and using force against a law enforcement officer. They also handle civil cases where the amount in question does not exceed $200,000. 
- County Court-At-Law judges conduct arraignments, pre-trial hearings, and jury trials, as well as accept guilty pleas. 
- They are elected in a partisan, county-wide election to a four-year term. 
- Candidates must be a U.S. citizen, at least 25 years old, have been a Texas and county resident for at least 24 consecutive months, a practicing lawyer and/or judge in Texas for at least four years, and registered to vote in that county.
- The annual salary for County Court-At-Law Judges ranges from $174,000 to $244,500, depending on years of service and how much they receive as a county supplement.

Handles civil and criminal cases from District Courts.