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Uvalde 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, eviction and debt cases and Class C misdemeanors such as traffic tickets, and can conduct inquests.

Mario A. Valdez

Republican

Business owner

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Roland Sanchez

DemocraticIncumbent

Justice of the peace

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  • Supports bail to secure court appearance, not punishment
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  1. Supports bail to secure court appearance, not punishment

    Candidate announcement: Democratic incumbent Roland Sanchez seeking JP6 seat

    News coverage · Uvalde Leader-News · Feb 15, 2026 · uvaldeleadernews.com

    “bail is intended to ensure a defendant returns to court, not to punish people who are legally presumed innocent.”

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