Who is running for Justice of the Peace Precinct 4 (Washington County Justice of the Peace Precinct 4, Texas) in 2026?
Here are the candidates for Justice of the Peace Precinct 4 on the November 3, 2026 ballot. This race is on the ballot for voters in Washington County Justice of the Peace Precinct 4.
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HC (Buddy) Riddle
Republican · IncumbentJustice of the Peace, Precinct 4, Washington County (since 2023)
Harold C. "Buddy" Riddle Jr. is the Washington County Justice of the Peace for Precinct 4, in office since 2023 per the county's guide23. His court's website says he comes from almost 50 years in the criminal justice system4. He is the only candidate on the November 3, 2026 ballot for this office1.
- Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4, Washington County, 2023 to present, per the county's guide2
- Court's own description: almost 50 years in the criminal justice system and a focus on treating people with respect and fairness4
- The county's guide lists him as JP Precinct 4 from 20232; it does not say whether the post came by election or appointment. He appears as Harold (Buddy) Riddle, JP Precinct 4, on the county's Elected Officials page3; the ballot lists him as HC (Buddy) Riddle for the same office.
Last reviewed 2026-10-06. Spotted something wrong? Every claim links to its source so you can check it yourself.