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Smith County Judge, County Court at Law No. 3

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

1 candidate · General election, November 3, 2026

What this office does

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

Candidates

Clay White

Republican

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Quick answers

Who is running for Smith County Judge, County Court at Law No. 3 in 2026?: Clay White (Republican).
What does this office do?: A county trial judge. Handles misdemeanors, traffic cases, small claims and smaller civil lawsuits, and in some states juvenile or other specialized matters.
Who should I vote for in the Smith County Judge, County Court at Law No. 3 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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