Oscar Salinas (Bexar County, Texas)

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Oscar Salinas

Democratic Party

Candidate, Bexar County District Attorney

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Last election

March 1, 2022

Next election

March 3, 2026

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Oscar Salinas (Democratic Party) is running for election for Bexar County District Attorney in Texas. He is on the ballot in the Democratic primary on March 3, 2026.^[source]

Elections

2026

See also: Municipal elections in Bexar County, Texas (2026)

General election

The primary will occur on March 3, 2026. The general election will occur on November 3, 2026. General election candidates will be added here following the primary.

The candidate list in this election may not be complete.

Democratic primary

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Democratic primary for Bexar County District Attorney

The following candidates are running in the Democratic primary for Bexar County District Attorney on March 3, 2026.

		Candidate
		James Bethke
	Submit photo	Meli Carrion Powers
	Submit photo	Meredith Chacon
		Luz Elena Chapa
	Submit photo	Jane Davis
	Submit photo	Veronica Legarreta
		Shannon Locke
	Submit photo	Oscar Salinas

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Republican primary

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Republican primary for Bexar County District Attorney

Ashley Foster (R) is running in the Republican primary for Bexar County District Attorney on March 3, 2026.

		Candidate
		Ashley Foster

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2022

See also: Municipal elections in Bexar County, Texas (2022)

General election

General election for Bexar County Court at Law No. 12

Incumbent Yolanda Huff defeated Suzanne Kramer in the general election for Bexar County Court at Law No. 12 on November 8, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Yolanda Huff (D)	56.8	294,216
	Submit photo	Suzanne Kramer (R)	43.2	223,850

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 518,066
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Bexar County Court at Law No. 12

Incumbent Yolanda Huff defeated Oscar Salinas in the Democratic primary for Bexar County Court at Law No. 12 on March 1, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Yolanda Huff	60.5	51,615
	Submit photo	Oscar Salinas	39.5	33,724

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 85,339
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Bexar County Court at Law No. 12

Suzanne Kramer advanced from the Republican primary for Bexar County Court at Law No. 12 on March 1, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Suzanne Kramer	100.0	65,242

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 65,242
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2026

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Campaign website

Salinas' campaign website stated the following:

The Challenge We Face

Bexar County’s population is growing rapidly, but the number of courts and prosecutors has not kept pace. That means more cases, more victims waiting for justice, and greater demands on the people serving in the DA’s Office.

Oscar has seen firsthand how this affects families, communities, and the people who work tirelessly to deliver justice. He’s committed to finding smarter, more efficient ways to manage rising caseloads, ensuring that justice is swift, fair, and consistent for everyone.

Building a Stronger Team

Nearly a quarter of positions in the DA’s Office are currently vacant. Many talented attorneys face heavy workloads and the pressure of making complex decisions every day.

Oscar believes the office should foster a culture of learning, collaboration, and confidence where prosecutors are supported and empowered to make sound decisions. Inspired by principles of Just Culture, he wants to create an environment where team members can grow, learn from experiences, and continuously improve.

By prioritizing training, mentorship, and thoughtful leadership, Oscar will strengthen the team and help retain experienced prosecutors who know our community and its needs.

Restoring Trust and Fairness

For over a decade, Oscar has seen that justice isn’t about numbers it’s about people. Every case impacts real lives: victims, defendants, families, and communities.

He’s running to ensure that the DA’s Office operates with transparency, fairness, and accountability, while building strong partnerships with law enforcement and the community. Oscar’s goal is simple: a District Attorney’s Office that works for everyone, every day.

— Oscar Salinas' campaign website (February 19, 2026)

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2022

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