Tarrant County Clerk

What this office does

Keeps the county's court records and official documents (deeds, marriage licenses) and often acts as the county's auditor and treasurer.

Candidates

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Also on Tarrant County ballots

• Tarrant County Commissioner, Precinct 2
• Tarrant County Commissioner, Precinct 4
• Tarrant County Judge

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Quick answers

Who is running for Tarrant County Clerk in 2026?

Mary Louise Nicholson (Republican) and Lydia Bean (Democrat).

What does this office do?

Keeps the county's court records and official documents (deeds, marriage licenses) and often acts as the county's auditor and treasurer.

Who should I vote for in the Tarrant County Clerk race?

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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.