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Maria Aceves

Democratic · Incumbent

Judge, 192nd District Court (Dallas County)

Maria Aceves has presided over the 192nd District Court in Dallas County since January 1, 202312. Before the bench she was a civil litigator handling personal injury cases for plaintiffs and defendants3. Maria Aceves is the Democratic nominee and has no opponent on the November 3, 2026 ballot4.

  • Judge, 192nd District Court (Dallas County), since January 1, 2023; current term ends December 31, 20262
  • Civil litigator focused on personal injury plaintiff and defense work before the bench; licensed in 2013; JD, SMU Dedman School of Law32
  • Took office January 1, 20232. Her 2024 Bench Book questionnaire lists 2022 as the year she was elected or appointed3. Renominated in the March 3, 2026 Democratic primary with no primary opponent5, and no other candidate is certified for the November race4.

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

Sources (7)

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  1. 192nd District Court pageDallas County
  2. Maria Aceves (candidate profile)Ballotpedia
  3. Civil Court Questionnaire for the 2024 North Texas Bench Book, 192nd Civil District CourtDallas County (Dallas Bar Association Bench Book)
  4. Ballot Certification Report, 2026 November General Election, Dallas County block (certified Aug 28, 2026)Texas Secretary of State
  5. Summary Results Report, Democratic Party Primary, March 3, 2026 (unofficial upload)Dallas County Elections
  6. Judicial Evaluation Poll page (2025 results; no 2026 preference poll listed)Dallas Bar Association
  7. Public Sanctions, Issued FY 2002 through FY 2026State Commission on Judicial Conduct