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2026 Texas General Election

2026 Texas Primary Election

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Ryan Hill is from Fort Worth, Texas. He has a bachelor 27s degree in music education from Baylor University and a law degree from St. Mary 27s University School of Law. He is a member of the Rotary Club of Fort Worth and the Colleyville Lions Club, and a volunteer coach for youth sports.

Ryan Hill earned a bachelor's degree in music education from Baylor University and a law degree from the St. Mary's University School of Law. He lives in Fort Worth, Texas.

Ryan is the Chief Prosecutor of Criminal Mental Health Crossover for the Tarrant County Criminal District Attorney's Office. He previously served as an assistant district attorney for the Johnson County District Attorney's Office and as an assistant county attorney for the Hood County Attorney's Office. 

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Ryan previously served as the chief prosecutor of Criminal Mental Health Crossover for the Tarrant County Criminal District Attorney's Office. He also served as an assistant district attorney for the Johnson County District Attorney's Office and an assistant county attorney for the Hood County Attorney's Office. 

Ryan is currently a judge of the Texas 371st District Court. He was appointed to the court in 2022.

Ryan is currently a judge of the Texas 371st District Court. He was appointed to the court and then elected in 2022, and is in his first term.

As chief prosecutor, oversaw all criminal prosecutions, worked with law enforcement agencies to gather evidence and investigate criminal activities, provided legal counsel and representation to state officials in civil lawsuits, and filed and prosecuted appeals in higher courts.

As the chief prosecutor of Criminal Mental Health Crossover for the Tarrant County Criminal District Attorney's Office, oversaw all criminal prosecutions, worked with law enforcement agencies to gather evidence and investigate criminal activities, provided legal counsel and representation to state officials in civil lawsuits, and filed and prosecuted appeals in higher courts.

As an assistant district attorney for the Johnson County District Attorney's Office, 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.

As a judge of the Texas 371st District Court for four years, oversaw all felony, probate, and civil cases, ruled in all civil actions against the state seeking financial payment, authorized naturalization proceedings, and exercised authority to review and correct the rulings of lower courts.

- As the chief prosecutor of Criminal Mental Health Crossover for the Tarrant County Criminal District Attorney's Office, oversaw all criminal prosecutions, worked with law enforcement agencies to gather evidence and investigate criminal activities, provided legal counsel and representation to state officials in civil lawsuits, and filed and prosecuted appeals in higher courts.
- As an assistant district attorney for the Johnson County District Attorney's Office, 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.
- As a judge of the Texas 371st District Court for four years, oversaw all felony, probate, and civil cases, ruled in all civil actions against the state seeking financial payment, authorized naturalization proceedings, and exercised authority to review and correct the rulings of lower courts.

Legal Experience

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Promised to "run a tough but fair courtroom, follow the law as written, and will never legislate from the bench."

Claims to have disposed of 128% of cases filed in his court in 2026.

- Promised to "run a tough but fair courtroom, follow the law as written, and will never legislate from the bench."
- Claims to have disposed of 128% of cases filed in his court in 2026.

Judicial Administration

Describes himself as a Constitutional Conservative, including membership in the Federalist Society.

- Describes himself as a Constitutional Conservative, including membership in the Federalist Society.

Judicial Philosophy

As of January 22, 2026, Ryan Hill’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Ethics & Conduct

Serves as a volunteer coach for youth sports.

- Serves as a volunteer coach for youth sports.

Community Involvement

Ryan Hill

Ryan Hill earned  a bachelor's degree in music education from Baylor University and a law degree from the St. Mary's University School of Law. He lives in Fort Worth, Texas.

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- 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. 

Texas District Judge, District 371, Republican Primary

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