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Denton County Justice of the Peace

Precinct 6

Vote for
1
Term
4 years
Candidates
2
Election
Nov 3, 2026

What this office does: A justice of the peace hears small claims, evictions, traffic and other Class C misdemeanor cases and conducts inquests.

Education

  • Michelle ButlerDemocratic

    • Supports a supportive rather than punitive approach to truancy.
  • Blanca OliverRepublican

    No documented position found.

Courts & justice

  • Michelle ButlerDemocratic

    • Supports plain-English court instructions and on-time hearings.
    • Supports mediation and payment alternatives where appropriate.
  • Blanca OliverRepublican

    No documented position found.

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