Chris Anchondo

Democratic

On ballot as: Chris Anchondo
Current role: Trial attorney in El Paso
Background: Bachelor's in political science, UTEP
Law degree, Penn State Dickinson School of Law (2007)
Licensed to practice law in Texas since 2008
Burges High School graduate
Experience: Trial attorney, 18 years, in criminal, civil, family, probate and traffic law (per candidate)
More than 100 cases tried to a jury or judge (per candidate)
Board member, 384th District Court SAFPF Re-Entry Drug Court Program (per his League of Women Voters guide entry)
Democratic primary (March 3, 2026): won, 64%
Top priorities: "A top priority is making sure taxpayer dollars are not wasted. Running an efficient docket is one way to achieve this goal"
"I will be a judge who is always at work ready to move cases and save the taxpayer money"
"I will make sure all who appear in my court are treated with respect, dignity, and be given every opportunity to seek justice"
Tidbits: Judicial philosophy: In a February 2026 El Paso Matters Q&A: "I feel a judge does not only need to be knowledgeable, but also compassionate, and show temperance."
Court administration: In a February 2026 El Paso Matters Q&A: "I will be a judge who is always at work ready to move cases and save the taxpayer money."
Endorsements: None found in our research
Campaign website: Not found

District Judge, 120th Judicial District