Who should I vote for in the Dallas County Criminal District Attorney race?

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The general election was Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Counts are unofficial until each state certifies its results over the following weeks; your state or county election office has the official results.

Dallas County Criminal District Attorney

Last updated Sat, Nov 7, 4:33 PM ET

1 candidate · General election, November 3, 2026

What this office does

The elected prosecutor for a judicial district. Decides which crimes to charge and prosecutes them in court for the state.

Candidates

Amber Givens

Democrat

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Quick answers

Who is running for Dallas County Criminal District Attorney in 2026?: Amber Givens (Democrat).
What does this office do?: The elected prosecutor for a judicial district. Decides which crimes to charge and prosecutes them in court for the state.
Who should I vote for in the Dallas County Criminal District Attorney race?: SpectrumVote doesn't endorse anyone or tell you how to vote. Compare each candidate's record, funding, outside spending and endorsements on this page, then decide based on the issues that matter most to you. Enter your address at spectrumvote.com to see this race next to everything else on your ballot.
When is the election?: The general election was Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Counts are unofficial until each state certifies its results over the following weeks; your state or county election office has the official results.

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