Oscar Salinas (Bexar County, Texas)
Oscar Salinas (Democratic Party) ran for election for Bexar County District Attorney in Texas. He lost in the Democratic primary on March 3, 2026.
Elections
2026
See also: Municipal elections in Bexar County, Texas (2026)
General election
The primary will occur on May 26, 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.
General election for Bexar County District Attorney
Ashley Foster (R) is running in the general election for Bexar County District Attorney on November 3, 2026.
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 | Ashley Foster (R) | |
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Democratic primary runoff
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Democratic primary runoff for Bexar County District Attorney
Luz Elena Chapa (D) and Jane Davis (D) are running in the Democratic primary runoff for Bexar County District Attorney on May 26, 2026.
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 | Luz Elena Chapa | |
| Jane Davis | ||
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Democratic primary
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Democratic primary for Bexar County District Attorney
The following candidates ran in the Democratic primary for Bexar County District Attorney on March 3, 2026.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Luz Elena Chapa | 23.8 | 37,623 |
| ✔ | Jane Davis | 18.1 | 28,670 | |
 | Shannon Locke | 14.0 | 22,137 | |
| Veronica Legarreta | 11.8 | 18,715 | ||
| Oscar Salinas | 11.4 | 18,051 | ||
| Meredith Chacon | 8.9 | 14,119 | ||
| Meli Carrion Powers | 6.3 | 9,956 | ||
 | James Bethke | 5.6 | 8,790 | |
| Total votes: 158,061 | |||
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Republican primary
The candidate list in this election may not be complete.
Republican primary for Bexar County District Attorney
Ashley Foster (R) advanced from the Republican primary for Bexar County District Attorney on March 3, 2026.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Ashley Foster | 100.0 | 63,276 |
| Total votes: 63,276 | |||
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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 |
| Suzanne Kramer (R) | 43.2 | 223,850 | ||
| 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 |
| Oscar Salinas | 39.5 | 33,724 | ||
| 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 | ||
| ✔ | Suzanne Kramer | 100.0 | 65,242 | |
| Total votes: 65,242 | |||
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Campaign themes
2026
Ballotpedia survey responses
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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)
2022
Oscar Salinas did not complete Ballotpedia's 2022 Candidate Connection survey.
See also
2026 Elections
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