County
Magistrate, Christian County
5th Magisterial District
- Vote for
- 1
- Term
- 4 years
- Candidates
- 2
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
What this office does: Magistrates sit on the Christian County Fiscal Court with the county judge/executive: they adopt the county budget, set tax levies, pass ordinances and oversee county roads, buildings and finances. Each is elected by the voters of one magisterial district.
On the ballot in the E101, E102, E103, E104 and E105 precincts (sample ballot).
Public safety
Austin CrawfordRepublican
- Supports well-funded local law enforcement to fight crime
James "Jim" SmithDemocratic
No documented position found.
Economy & jobs
Austin CrawfordRepublican
- Supports creating more job opportunities in the county
James "Jim" SmithDemocratic
No documented position found.
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