The 2010 campaign announcement describes Butler's community roles: “Charles has served the community as past president of the following organizations: Bonham Chamber of Commerce, Bonham Rotary Club, Bonham Independent School District and Fannin County Ducks Unlimited Chapter. Additionally, Charles coached Little Dribblers for 13 years, coached Little League baseball; and volunteered for the March of Dimes, American Heart Association and the American Cancer Society.”

Attorney Charles Butler announces candidacy for Fannin County Court at Law

Charles Butler has served as president of the Bonham Chamber of Commerce, Bonham Rotary Club, Bonham Independent School District, and Fannin County Ducks Unlimited Chapter. He coached Little Dribblers for 13 years, coached Little League baseball, and volunteered with the March of Dimes, American Heart Association, and American Cancer Society.

Fannin County's official County Court at Law page lists “Judge Charles Butler” under the court's contact information.

Fannin County Court at Law

A December 22, 2014 Fannin County Commissioners Court agenda lists Butler among “Re-Elected Officials” for bond approval as: “Charles Butler - County Court-at-Law Judge, 4 year term.”

Fannin County Commissioners Court

Charles currently serves as Fannin County Court-at-Law Judge. He was listed as having been reelected as County Court-at-Law Judge in 2014.

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Charles currently serves as Fannin County Court-at-Law Judge.

2026 Texas General Election

The State Bar profile's practice information lists: “Firm: Judge Fannin County Court At Law” and “Occupation: Full-Time Judge.”

State Bar of Texas: Charles W. Butler

As a county court judge, oversees cases involving traffic offenses and local ordinance violations and issues search and arrest warrants.

- As a county court judge, oversees cases involving traffic offenses and local ordinance violations and issues search and arrest warrants.

Legal Experience

The 2010 campaign announcement states: “As judge, Charles Butler will work diligently to make all citizens safer in their homes and community by being tough on criminals, by deciding cases according to the law and not local politics, by holding lawyers accountable and by respecting the sanctity of life.” The article identifies the statement as part of Butler's announcement of his candidacy for the newly created Fannin County Court at Law.

As of July 22, 2026, Charles Butler’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Judicial Philosophy

Judicial Administration

Ethics & Conduct

The 2010 campaign announcement states: “He is a current member of the Creative Arts Center and on the Fannin County advisory board for Grayson County College.”

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Served as president of the Bonham Chamber of Commerce.

Served as president of the Bonham Rotary Club.

Served as president of Bonham Independent School District.

Served as president of the Fannin County Ducks Unlimited Chapter.

Serves on the Fannin County advisory board for Grayson County College.

Served on the Fannin County advisory board for Grayson County College.

- Served as president of the Bonham Chamber of Commerce.
- Served as president of the Bonham Rotary Club.
- Served as president of Bonham Independent School District.
- Served as president of the Fannin County Ducks Unlimited Chapter.
- Served on the Fannin County advisory board for Grayson County College.
- Coached little league baseball.

Community Involvement

Charles Butler

Charles is a local attorney. He works in a private law practice in Fannin County, where he represents clients in state and federal trials. He previously served in the Texas House of Representatives from 1991 to 1993 and worked as a social worker and community organizer before entering politics.

Charles Butler (Texas) - Ballotpedia

Charles Butler is currently Judge of the Fannin County Court at Law in Texas. He was first elected to this court in 2010 and has previously served in that role. Butler is a former member of the Texas House of Representatives, having served from 1991 to 1993. He ran for re-election to his House seat in 1992 but did not win.

As a local attorney with trial experience in both state and federal courts, has a background as a businessman and community leader.

For Candidate Charles Butler on Issue judicial-administration:  
Supports the establishment of a court to address case backlogs in Fannin County, created through legislative efforts.

Believes in being tough on criminals, deciding cases according to the law without political influence, holding lawyers accountable, and respecting the sanctity of life.

Involved in CASA training and seminars, and serves as a qualified Attorney Ad Litem for children, demonstrating a commitment to working for children and families in Fannin County.

Served as past president of the Bonham Chamber of Commerce, Bonham Rotary Club, Bonham Independent School District, and Fannin County Ducks Unlimited Chapter; coached youth sports for 13 years; volunteered for the March of Dimes, American Heart Association, and American Cancer Society; and is a current member of the Creative Arts Center and the Fannin County advisory board for Grayson County College.

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- 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.