Raul Davila

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Raul Davila

Democratic Party

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Last election

March 3, 2026

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Raul Davila (Democratic Party) ran for election for Bexar County District Clerk in Texas. He lost in the Democratic primary on March 3, 2026.

Davila completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. Click here to read the survey answers.

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.

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Democratic primary runoff

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Democratic primary runoff for Bexar County District Clerk

Incumbent Gloria Martinez (D) and Christine Castillo (D) are running in the Democratic primary runoff for Bexar County District Clerk on May 26, 2026.

		Candidate
	Submit photo	Gloria Martinez
		Christine Castillo

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Democratic primary

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Democratic primary for Bexar County District Clerk

Incumbent Gloria Martinez (D) and Christine Castillo (D) advanced to a runoff. They defeated Monica Alcántara (D), Elva Abundis-Esparza (D), and Raul Davila (D) in the Democratic primary for Bexar County District Clerk on March 3, 2026.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Gloria Martinez	33.4	51,253
✔		Christine Castillo	24.0	36,813
	Submit photo	Monica Alcántara	23.5	36,127
	Submit photo	Elva Abundis-Esparza	10.1	15,440
		Raul Davila	9.0	13,797

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. Source 1 Source 2	Total votes: 153,430
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Republican primary

The Republican primary scheduled for March 3, 2026, was canceled.

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2023

See also: Northside Independent School District (Bexar County), Texas, elections (2023)

General election

General election for Northside Independent School District (Bexar County), District 4

The following candidates ran in the general election for Northside Independent School District (Bexar County), District 4 on May 6, 2023.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Bobby Blount (Nonpartisan)	30.1	975
		George Ayala (Nonpartisan)	19.4	629
		Jordan Wagner (Nonpartisan)	19.1	618
	Submit photo	Kimberly Jones (Nonpartisan)	17.0	550
	Submit photo	Gabriel Lara (Nonpartisan)	6.7	217
		Raul Davila (Nonpartisan)	4.9	160
	Submit photo	Mathews Ninan (Nonpartisan)	2.8	90

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 3,239
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2022

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

General election

General election for Bexar County District Clerk

Gloria Martinez defeated Misty Spears in the general election for Bexar County District Clerk on November 8, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Gloria Martinez (D)	56.5	294,177
	Submit photo	Misty Spears (R)	43.5	226,492

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 520,669
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Democratic primary runoff election

Democratic primary runoff for Bexar County District Clerk

Gloria Martinez defeated Christine Castillo in the Democratic primary runoff for Bexar County District Clerk on May 24, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Gloria Martinez	52.4	32,119
		Christine Castillo	47.6	29,181

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 61,300
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Bexar County District Clerk

The following candidates ran in the Democratic primary for Bexar County District Clerk on March 1, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Gloria Martinez	25.9	22,551
✔		Christine Castillo	19.4	16,860
	Submit photo	Mary Garcia	18.8	16,345
		Erasmo Hernandez	12.9	11,204
	Submit photo	Jessica Bogardus	10.1	8,794
		Raul Davila	5.7	4,984
	Submit photo	Eduardo Pichardo	4.8	4,200
	Submit photo	DeEtt Dresch	2.5	2,147

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 87,085
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Bexar County District Clerk

Misty Spears advanced from the Republican primary for Bexar County District Clerk on March 1, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Misty Spears	100.0	64,951

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 64,951
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Campaign themes

2026

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Raul Davila completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Davila's responses.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

My name is Raul Davila, and I am a lifelong public servant committed to integrity, accountability, and service to the community. I live in Bexar County, where I’ve built both my career and my family. I have a background in public service and investigations, with years of experience working within complex government systems that require precision, professionalism, and public trust.

My professional experience includes working directly with families, courts, law enforcement, and partner agencies in high-responsibility roles that demand accuracy, confidentiality, and sound judgment. I understand how government systems impact real people, not just paperwork.

I am committed to bringing strong leadership, transparency, and operational excellence to the District Clerk’s Office, ensuring it serves the public efficiently, ethically, and with respect for every person who depends on it.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• I believe public offices should be accessible, transparent, and responsive to the people they serve. I will actively seek input from constituents through community meetings, stakeholder discussions, and open communication channels with residents, legal professionals, and justice partners. I plan to maintain clear and consistent communication through community outreach, public forums, and digital platforms to ensure the public understands how the office operates and how to access services. Feedback will not only be welcomed — it will be valued as a tool for improvement.
• I decided to seek this office because I believe the District Clerk’s Office plays a critical role in the justice system, and it deserves strong, ethical, and accountable leadership. This position isn’t about politics — it’s about public trust, service, and responsibility. The public depends on this office for accuracy, fairness, and access to justice, and I want to ensure it operates with professionalism and transparency. I chose to run because I believe experience alone is not enough — leadership, integrity, and service matter just as much. This role requires someone who is committed to improving systems, supporting staff, and serving the community with fairness and respect.
• My professional background has prepared me for the operational, administrative, and leadership responsibilities of the District Clerk’s Office. I have extensive experience working in systems that require strict compliance, detailed documentation, public accountability, and coordination with multiple agencies and departments. My work has required managing sensitive records, ensuring accuracy in reporting, and maintaining the highest ethical standards

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I understand the importance of efficiency, customer service, and modernization in public offices. The District Clerk’s Office must function not only as a records office, but as a service-driven institution that supports the courts, attorneys, victims, defendants, and the public

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2023

Raul Davila did not complete Ballotpedia's 2023 Candidate Connection survey.

2022

Raul Davila did not complete Ballotpedia's 2022 Candidate Connection survey.

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