2 candidates are running: Patrece Perry (Democratic) and Vince Handler (Republican).

Unofficial result: the winner is Vince Handler (Republican).

Denton County Justice of the Peace, Precinct No. 5

Name: Denton County Justice of the Peace, Precinct No. 5
Start: 2026-11-03
Location: Denton County, Texas

Projected result: Won — Vince Handler (Republican)

My vote power: Above average

This seat represents Precinct No. 5, not the whole district above. We can’t match an address to an area this small, so this race may not be on your ballot.

What does this office do?

Deciding small-claims cases
Handling evictions, in many states
Ruling on traffic and minor criminal citations, where state law allows

Affects: Public Safety and Crime Control, Criminal Justice and Civil Liberties, Housing Affordability,

Candidates:

Patrece Perry

Lost

Democratic

Patrece Perry is a Prosper resident with a business degree from the University of Tulsa. She has worked as a consumer affairs analyst for Transamerica and earlier owned a home health care business in Southlake.

Vince Handler

Won

Republican

Vince Handler is a Frisco-based litigator and 20-year Air Force veteran who served as a special agent with the Office of Special Investigations. He promises a fair, impartial court that applies the law consistently and resolves cases on time.

Sources: votedenton.gov 2