What party is Pat Atkins?

Pat Atkins is running as a Republican.

Is Pat Atkins the incumbent?

Yes. Pat Atkins currently holds this office.

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Pat Atkins

Republican · Candidate for McLennan County Judge, County Court at Law No. 3 · Incumbent · November 3, 2026

About this race

A county trial judge. Handles misdemeanors, traffic cases, small claims and smaller civil lawsuits, and in some states juvenile or other specialized matters.

1 candidate ran for McLennan County Judge, County Court at Law No. 3 in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

About Pat Atkins

Judge, McLennan County Court at Law No. 3. Appointed by McLennan County commissioners in January 2024 to County Court at Law No. 3, taking the bench in March 2024, after a Waco law career in general civil practice and, more recently, trusts, estates and contested probate. Served 17 years on the Waco ISD board, including as president, and was a founding board member of Prosper Waco.

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Quick answers

What party is Pat Atkins?: Pat Atkins is running as a Republican.
Is Pat Atkins the incumbent?: Yes. Pat Atkins currently holds this office.
What does the McLennan County Judge, County Court at Law No. 3 seat do?: A county trial judge. Handles misdemeanors, traffic cases, small claims and smaller civil lawsuits, and in some states juvenile or other specialized matters.
Should I vote for Pat Atkins?: SpectrumVote doesn't endorse anyone or tell you how to vote. Compare Pat Atkins's record, funding and endorsements with the other candidates in this race and decide based on what matters to you.

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