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September 27, 2023
Run for County Court Clerk in Starr County, TX
Election Date: Mar 3, 2026Filing Deadline: Dec 8, 2025
Election Details
- Office level: county
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: Full Time
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: $52,271.00
- Filing period: Nov 8, 2025 - Dec 8, 2025
- Positions: Starr County District ClerkStarr County District ClerkStarr County District Clerk
Job description
Serves as clerk and custodian of all records for the District Courts. Indexes and secures all court records, collects filing fees, and handles funds held in litigation and money awarded to minors. Coordinates the jury panel selection process. May process passport applications. Manages court registry funds.
Eligibility requirements
US resident, at least 18 years of age, Texas resident for 12 mo+, direct resident for 6 mo+, registered to vote in area elected from
FAQ
How often is County Court Clerk elected?
The position of County Court Clerk is typically elected every 4 years.
What does it mean for an election to be partisan?
Partisan elections require candidates to declare a party affiliation, like Democrat, Republican, Libertarian, or Independent.
What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in Starr County, TX?
Party-affiliated candidates should file an application for a place on the ballot to their respective party chair. This should be accompanied by either a filing fee of $750 or a nominating petition with a number of signatures equal to the 2% of the number of votes cast in the previous general election in this district (or 500, whichever is lower). Independent candidates should file a Declaration of Intent to Run as an Independent Candidate during the primary filing period. In addition, independent candidates will need to collect a number of signatures equal to the 2% of the number of votes cast in the previous general election in this district. The completed nomination petition must be filed with the corresponding county judge. All documents can be found on the Texas Secretary of State website.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the applicable County Party Chair's office (major or minor parties); independent candidates submit paperwork with the County Judge's/Clerk's office.
Where is the filing office?
401 N. Britton Ave. Rm. 201, Rio Grande City, TX 78582; Contact County Clerk for party address.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 956-716-4800 ext. 8032; Contact County Clerk for party phone number .
How do I get started running for County Court Clerk?
You can start running for County Court Clerk by checking to ensure you meet all filing deadlines and requirements. Next, you can prepare to file for office and start planning your campaign strategy. Get in touch with our team of campaign experts for help with any step of the campaign process!
Is there a primary or runoff election for this office?
The next election for County Court Clerk includes a primary, but not a runoff election.
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