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Melissa Fertel

Republican · Candidate for Harris County Family District Judge, 309th Judicial District · November 3, 2026

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A judge. Judges decide criminal and civil cases. Depending on the state and court, they are chosen in contested elections or in retention votes, where you vote YES or NO on keeping the judge for another term.

2 candidates ran for Harris County Family District Judge, 309th Judicial District in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

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Quick answers

What party is Melissa Fertel?: Melissa Fertel is running as a Republican.
What does the Harris County Family District Judge, 309th Judicial District seat do?: A judge. Judges decide criminal and civil cases. Depending on the state and court, they are chosen in contested elections or in retention votes, where you vote YES or NO on keeping the judge for another term.
Who is Melissa Fertel running against?: Linda Marie Dunson, for Harris County Family District Judge, 309th Judicial District.
Should I vote for Melissa Fertel?: SpectrumVote doesn't endorse anyone or tell you how to vote. Compare Melissa Fertel's record, funding and endorsements with the other candidates in this race and decide based on what matters to you.

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