2026 Texas General Election

2026 Texas General Runoff

Nonpartisan

1. Please tell voters about yourself.
I am 52 years old. I earned my undergraduate degree from the University of Texas at Austin, completed a master’s degree at the University of North Texas, and received my law degree from St. Mary’s University School of Law.

Ashley Foster | 2026 candidate for Bexar County District Attorney - San Antonio Report

Ashley Foster earned an undergraduate degree from the University of Texas at Austin, a master's degree from the University of North Texas, and a law degree from St. Mary’s University School of Law.

Ashley Foster | 2026 candidate for Bexar County District Attorney

2. Tell us about how long you’ve been practicing law, areas of expertise and prosecutorial experience, if any.
I have practiced law for 25 years, including more than 11 years as a prosecutor with extensive criminal courtroom experience. I prosecuted cases ranging from misdemeanors to complex white-collar crimes and served in the Criminal Trial Division handling the most serious felony offenses; including Capital Murder.

I prosecuted cases ranging from misdemeanors to complex white-collar crimes and served in the Criminal Trial Division handling the most serious felony offenses; including Capital Murder. That work required disciplined preparation and fast, defensible decision-making under scrutiny from judges, juries, and victims’ families.
In private practice, I became a civil trial lawyer representing individuals seeking accountability when the criminal justice system failed to deliver it. That perspective reinforced how prosecutorial decisions resonate long after a case concludes.

Ashley has worked as a prosecutor and as a civil trial lawyer in private practice.

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Ashley Foster is a first-time candidate for political office.

2. Tell us about how long you’ve been practicing law, areas of expertise and prosecutorial experience, if any.
I have practiced law for 25 years, including more than 11 years as a prosecutor with extensive criminal courtroom experience. I prosecuted cases ranging from misdemeanors to complex white-collar crimes and served in the Criminal Trial Division handling the most serious felony offenses; including Capital Murder. That work required disciplined preparation and fast, defensible decision-making under scrutiny from judges, juries, and victims’ families.

Worked as a civil trial lawyer in private practice, representing individuals seeking accountability when the criminal justice system did not deliver it.

Has practiced law for 25 years, including more than 11 years as a prosecutor handling criminal cases.

Prosecuted cases from misdemeanors to complex white-collar crimes and serious felonies, including capital murder, in the Criminal Trial Division.

- Has practiced law for 25 years, including more than 11 years as a prosecutor handling criminal cases.
- Prosecuted cases from misdemeanors to complex white-collar crimes and serious felonies, including capital murder, in the Criminal Trial Division.

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3. This office has been under stress in many ways, in terms of understaffing, case backlog and crimes committed by repeat offenders. Talk about your plans to make change in the first 100 days.
The District Attorney’s Office is under strain from staffing shortages, case backlogs, and repeat offenders cycling through the system. Those challenges require leadership grounded in courtroom reality, not abstract policy.
In my first 100 days, I will conduct a comprehensive staffing and case-flow audit focused on trial readiness—identifying stalled cases, overburdened divisions, and misallocated resources. Violent crime and repeat offenders will be prioritized immediately.

4. Talk about your philosophical approach to balancing the public’s desire to see all types of crimes prosecuted with the rehabilitative justice policies that provide a path forward for some offenders?
Balancing public safety with rehabilitation requires judgment informed by real courtroom experience. Without that grounding, policies become theoretical and outcomes become unpredictable.
Violent crimes and repeat offenders must be prosecuted decisively. Anyone who has tried serious felony cases understands the cost of inconsistency—to victims, to communities, and to public confidence.

In my first 100 days, I will conduct a comprehensive staffing and case-flow audit focused on trial readiness—identifying stalled cases, overburdened divisions, and misallocated resources. Violent crime and repeat offenders will be prioritized immediately.
I will implement clear, written prosecutorial standards based on what actually holds up in court, ensuring charging decisions are consistent, defensible, and fair. Prosecutors perform best when expectations are clear and leadership is present.

I will implement clear, written prosecutorial standards based on what actually holds up in court, ensuring charging decisions are consistent, defensible, and fair. Prosecutors perform best when expectations are clear and leadership is present.
I will also strengthen coordination with law enforcement so cases are filed promptly, prepared thoroughly, and ready for trial from the outset. That reduces delays, dismissals, and unnecessary strain on victims.

At the same time, not every offender presents the same risk. Rehabilitative justice can be effective when it is earned, evidence-based, and applied to defendants who accept responsibility and pose minimal danger to the public. But those decisions must be individualized, not ideological.
Having stood in court, I know the difference between a case that is appropriate for diversion and one that will collapse under scrutiny—or worse, result in future harm.

Having stood in court, I know the difference between a case that is appropriate for diversion and one that will collapse under scrutiny—or worse, result in future harm. That perspective matters.
As District Attorney, I will reject blanket policies and insist on decisions grounded in facts, criminal history, and victim impact. Justice requires discretion guided by experience, not slogans.

FOCUS ON PROTECTING THE VICTIM

Justice starts with the people harmed. Ashley will put victims and survivors at the center of the process with timely updates, trauma-informed advocacy, and a single point of contact so no one feels lost in the system.

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REDUCE THE BUILDING CASE BACKLOG

Backlogs erode public safety and trust. Ashley will attack the bottlenecks with a streamlined intake process, earlier discovery exchange, and smart triage that routes straightforward cases to rapid resolution while reserving trial teams for complex and violent felonies.

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EDUCATE AND TRAIN ATTORNEYS

A high-performing DA’s office invests in its people. Ashley will launch a year-round training academy covering trial advocacy, evidence law, ethics, Brady/Giglio compliance, digital evidence handling, and trauma-informed practices.

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Plans to audit staffing and case flow in her first 100 days to identify stalled cases, overburdened divisions, and misallocated resources.

Plans to prioritize violent crime and repeat offenders for prosecution.

Plans to implement written prosecutorial standards for consistent, defensible, and fair charging decisions.

Plans to strengthen coordination with law enforcement to file and prepare cases promptly for trial.

Supports individualized, evidence-based approaches to rehabilitation for defendants who accept responsibility and pose minimal danger to the public.

Plans to provide victims and survivors timely updates, trauma-informed advocacy, and a single point of contact.

Plans to reduce case backlogs through streamlined intake, earlier discovery exchange, and triage of straightforward cases for rapid resolution.

Plans to launch a year-round training academy for attorneys in the district attorney's office covering trial advocacy, evidence law, ethics, and trauma-informed practices.

- Plans to audit staffing and case flow in her first 100 days to identify stalled cases, overburdened divisions, and misallocated resources.
- Plans to prioritize violent crime and repeat offenders for prosecution.
- Plans to implement written prosecutorial standards for consistent, defensible, and fair charging decisions.
- Plans to strengthen coordination with law enforcement to file and prepare cases promptly for trial.
- Supports individualized, evidence-based approaches to rehabilitation for defendants who accept responsibility and pose minimal danger to the public.
- Plans to provide victims and survivors timely updates, trauma-informed advocacy, and a single point of contact.
- Plans to reduce case backlogs through streamlined intake, earlier discovery exchange, and triage of straightforward cases for rapid resolution.
- Plans to launch a year-round training academy for attorneys in the district attorney's office covering trial advocacy, evidence law, ethics, and trauma-informed practices.

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As of July 22, 2026, Ashley Foster’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Ashley is a defense attorney in private practice. She previously worked at the Bexar County District Attorney’s Office for more than 25 years, where she prosecuted thousands of felony cases across a wide range of offenses, from violent crime and organized theft to complex financial fraud.

Ashley Foster's campaign for Bexar County District Attorney is her first entry into politics.

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The Bexar County DA's Office has been run into the ground and much of the talent has left to surrounding counties and to the defense bar. I can no longer sit on the sidelines as a parade of weak and inexperienced and opportunistic candidates seek such an important office. I will bring the talent and training back to the courthouse.

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I just want justice and accountability and to get back to the basics of law enforcement. We are all human beings who just want to make it through our daily lives without fear. We deserve to get justice when wronged and have a leader who is transparent and willing to take the heat for the tough decisions required to be an effective District Attorney.

I will bring the talent and training back to the courthouse. I will give discretion to the Assistant District Attorneys and support our local law enforcement officers and stand up to ego driven Judges.

Plans to restore talent and training at the courthouse.

Said Bexar County deserves transparent district attorney leadership that accepts responsibility for difficult decisions.

Plans to give assistant district attorneys discretion.

- Plans to restore talent and training at the courthouse.
- Said Bexar County deserves transparent district attorney leadership that accepts responsibility for difficult decisions.
- Plans to give assistant district attorneys discretion.

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MY EXPERIENCE
7th generation San Antonian
Summa Cum Laude graduate of U.T.S.A.

MY EXPERIENCE

7th generation San Antonian
Summa Cum Laude graduate of U.T.S.A.
Honors graduate from U.T. Law

Summa Cum Laude graduate of U.T.S.A.
Honors graduate from U.T. Law
Over 250 jury trials to verdict combined as an Criminal Asst. District Attorney, Bexar County Court at Law Criminal Judge and a Criminal Defense Attorney

Jason Wolff is a seventh-generation San Antonian. He graduated summa cum laude from the University of Texas at San Antonio and with honors from the University of Texas School of Law.

Jason is a seventh-generation San Antonian. He graduated summa cum laude from the University of Texas at San Antonio and with honors from the University of Texas School of Law.

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8 Year Judge of Bexar County Court at Law #2

10 Year Assistant District Attorney

4 year Defense Attorney

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Jason Wolff has worked as an assistant district attorney and a defense attorney.

Jason has worked as an assistant district attorney and a defense attorney.

Jason previously served as a judge of Bexar County Court at Law No. 2 for eight years.

Jason Wolff previously served as a judge of Bexar County Court at Law No. 2 for eight years.

Honors graduate from U.T. Law
Over 250 jury trials to verdict combined as an Criminal Asst. District Attorney, Bexar County Court at Law Criminal Judge and a Criminal Defense Attorney
Been There. Done That. Ready to enforce the law.

Served 10 years as an assistant district attorney, prosecuting cases on behalf of the district attorney's office.

Served eight years as a judge of Bexar County Court at Law #2, presiding over cases and issuing rulings and orders.

Worked four years as a criminal defense attorney, representing defendants during criminal proceedings.

Tried more than 250 jury trials to verdict across work as an assistant district attorney, criminal judge, and criminal defense attorney.

- Served 10 years as an assistant district attorney, prosecuting cases on behalf of the district attorney's office.
- Served eight years as a judge of Bexar County Court at Law #2, presiding over cases and issuing rulings and orders.
- Worked four years as a criminal defense attorney, representing defendants during criminal proceedings.
- Tried more than 250 jury trials to verdict across work as an assistant district attorney, criminal judge, and criminal defense attorney.

Being DA is a thankless job and one I said I would never want. I finally understand what it means to be called to serve. Transparent and unapologetic. I will bring a backbone back to being DA. You will be held accountable when I am DA and if you commit crimes in this town, you will regret it!

Pledges to hold people who commit crimes accountable.

- Supports local law enforcement officers.
- Pledges to hold people who commit crimes accountable.

As of September 11, 2026, Jason Wolff’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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- Plans to give assistant district attorneys discretion.

Mauricio Mendez

I live and work here; I m raising my family here.

Who has announced a run to lead the Bexar County District ...

Luz was born in El Paso, Texas. She is a dual-alum of St. Mary’s University, where she earned her bachelor's and law degrees. She is a mother of three children and has lived in San Antonio for over 21 years.

Luz Elena is the Bexar County District Attorney. She previously worked as a judge for the Texas Fourth District Court of Appeals, an attorney for Chapa Law Group, P.C., and an attorney for Chapa & Nevarez, P.C. She also served as an attorney for Hartline, Dacus, Barger, Dreyer & Kern, L.L.P. 

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Former Justice Luz Elena Chapa files for Bexar County DA

Luz previously worked as a judge for the Texas Fourth District Court of Appeals, an attorney for Chapa Law Group, P.C., and an attorney for Chapa & Nevarez, P.C. She also served as an attorney for Hartline, Dacus, Barger, Dreyer & Kern, L.L.P. 

Luz previously served as an appellate judge.

Luz Elena Chapa previously served as an appellate judge.

Shut out of the courthouse in blue Bexar County, Republicans ...

As a justice on the Fourth Court of Appeals, she authored nearly 1,400 opinions, approximately 600 of which were in criminal cases. Only one of her criminal opinions was overturned by a higher court.

As a civil litigator at a law firm, she researched, drafted, and filed legal documents, specializing in product liability.

- As a justice on the Fourth Court of Appeals, she authored nearly 1,400 opinions, approximately 600 of which were in criminal cases. Only one of her criminal opinions was overturned by a higher court.
- As a civil litigator at a law firm, she researched, drafted, and filed legal documents, specializing in product liability.

Plans to address mass incarceration, mental health resources, and restorative justice practices.

- Plans to address mass incarceration, mental health resources, and restorative justice practices.

As of July 22, 2026, Luz Elena Chapa’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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- District attorneys prosecute felony criminal cases on behalf of the state, presenting them to grand juries and working closely with law enforcement during investigations.
- They also represent victims seeking protective orders and assist in removing children from abusive homes as part of their responsibilities.
- They are elected to four-year terms.
- District attorneys in Texas make between $175,000 and $220,500, based on how long they have served in office. 

Acts as the attorney for the state of Texas in felony cases.

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