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Dale Tillery

Democratic · Incumbent

Judge, 134th District Court (Dallas County)

Dale Tillery has presided over the 134th District Court in Dallas County since January 1, 201112. Before the bench he served in the Texas House of Representatives and practiced as a civil trial lawyer1. Dale Tillery is the Democratic nominee and has no opponent on the November 3, 2026 ballot3.

  • Judge, 134th District Court (Dallas County), since January 1, 2011; current term ends December 31, 20262
  • Former member of the Texas House of Representatives and committee chair or vice chair; counsel to a House member; civil trial lawyer1
  • Board certified in civil trial law and personal injury law; JD, Texas Tech University1
  • Took office January 1, 20112. Renominated in the March 3, 2026 Democratic primary with no primary opponent4, and no other candidate is certified for the November race3.

Last reviewed 2026-10-06. Spotted something wrong? Every claim links to its source so you can check it yourself.

Sources (6)

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  1. 134th District Court page and judge's biographyDallas County
  2. Dale Tillery (candidate profile)Ballotpedia
  3. Ballot Certification Report, 2026 November General Election, Dallas County block (certified Aug 28, 2026)Texas Secretary of State
  4. Summary Results Report, Democratic Party Primary, March 3, 2026 (unofficial upload)Dallas County Elections
  5. Judicial Evaluation Poll page (2025 results; no 2026 preference poll listed)Dallas Bar Association
  6. Public Sanctions, Issued FY 2002 through FY 2026State Commission on Judicial Conduct