2026 Texas General Election

Bob Carroll

Buket Urgen

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40th Judicial District Court | Ellis County, TX Official Website

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Legal Experience

Supports bail reform that prioritizes public safety over a person's ability to pay, promoting fairness and justice in the system.

Judicial Administration

For Candidate Bob Carroll on Issue judicial-philosophy: Emphasizes the importance of judicial independence, stating that judges must be free from political pressures to make fair decisions, which is crucial for maintaining public trust in the legal system.

Judicial Philosophy

Ethics & Conduct

Community Involvement

- District judges manage Texas district courts, which are trial courts with general jurisdiction, and have exclusive authority over felony cases. A judge may be presiding over a civil, criminal, juvenile, or special court. They also share jurisdiction with Texas county courts.
- Texas has over 470 district courts, each presided over by a single judge. Some courts cover multiple counties, while others are assigned to single counties based on population size.
- District judges are elected through partisan elections for four-year terms. Candidates must be between 25 and 75 years old, have lived in the district for at least 2 years, and be licensed lawyers with at least 4 years' experience.
- The annual salary for district judges ranges from $175,000 to $245,500, depending on years of service.

Presides over a trial court with general jurisdiction. 