Overview
The Texas Constitution established a strong system of checks and balances by creating independent elective offices in each county. The major elective offices found in most counties include the commissioners court comprised of a county judge and four county commissioners, county attorneys, county and district clerks, county treasurers, sheriffs, tax assessor-collectors, justices of the peace and constables. As a part of the checks and balances system, counties have an auditor appointed by the district courts.

Description of Office. Learn more about the county officials role in county government.

Education Requirements by Office. Read continuing education requirements and procedures.

County Official Organizations/Associations. View a complete list of organizations/associations for county officials.