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Andrew Applebury earned a bachelor's degree in respiratory therapy from Midwestern State University. He lives with his wife, Wendy, in Cleburne.

Andrew previous worked as a first responder. He served in the U.S. Army.

Andrew's campaign for Johnson County Justice of the Peace to represent Precinct 1 is his first run for public office.

As of January 22, 2026, Andrew Applebury did not have a website or any information online.

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Dusty Ford attended Weatherford College. He currently lives in Rio Vista.

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Dusty currently works as the chief of police for the Rio Vista Independent School District. He previously worked as a deputy in the Johnson County Sheriff's Office.

Dusty Ford's campaign for Johnson County justice of the peace, Precinct 1, is his first time running for public office.

Dusty has worked as a law enforcement officer for more than 25 years.

- Dusty has worked as a law enforcement officer for more than 25 years.

As of January 22, 2026, Dusty Ford did not have a website or any information online.

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In addition to his community work, Gallardo has also been a strong advocate for local businesses, understanding the vital role they play in the economy. He has worked tirelessly to create opportunities for entrepreneurs and support small business growth.

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Gilberto Gallardo (Johnson County Justice of the Peace Precinct 1 ...

Gilberto Gallardo is a Deputy Constable, previously serving Johnson County and currently serving Tarrant County.

Gilberto Gallardo's campaign for Johnson County justice of the peace, Precinct 1, is his first time running for public office.

As of January 22, 2026, Gilberto Gallardo did not have a website or any information online.

Claims that "as a bilingual (English & Spanish) candidate... language is never a barrier to justice."

- Claims that "as a bilingual (English & Spanish) candidate... language is never a barrier to justice."

Believes in "fair treatment, clear communication, and equal access to the courts for all."

- Believes in "fair treatment, clear communication, and equal access to the courts for all."

Involved in various projects to enhance the quality of life for families and individuals, inspiring community engagement.

Involved in various projects "aimed at enhancing the quality of life for families and individuals."

- Involved in various projects "aimed at enhancing the quality of life for families and individuals."

Gilberto Gallardo

As of January 22, 2026, Gilberto Gallardo’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Recognized for significant contributions to local initiatives and dedicated to improving education and community engagement in Johnson County.

For Candidate Gilberto Gallardo on Issue community-involvement: Advocates for local businesses and supports small business growth to create opportunities for entrepreneurs.

Julie is from Cleburne, Texas. She attended Cleburne High School. She has a master’s degree in business administration from Texas Woman’s University and a bachelor’s degree in business and government. She lives in Cleburne, Texas.

Julie Hammond has a bachelor’s degree in business and government and a master’s degree in business administration from Texas Woman’s University



Julie has over 25 years of experience in the legal profession.

Julie Hammond's campaign for Johnson County Precinct 1 Justice of the Peace is her first entry into politics.

Has over 25 years of experience in the legal profession, with expertise in client relations, team leadership, and community engagement.

Has "expertise" in client relations, team leadership, and community engagement.

- Has "expertise" in client relations, team leadership, and community engagement.

As of January 22, 2026, Julie Hammond’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Claims to be a "committed, compassionate, conservative" which "ensures fair, firm and faithful justice."

Wants to have a Courtroom that is "fair, accountable and accessible."

- Claims to be a "committed, compassionate, conservative" which "ensures fair, firm and faithful justice."
- Wants to have a Courtroom that is "fair, accountable and accessible."

Julie Hammond

- Justices of the Peace oversee Justice Courts, trial courts for civil cases up to $20,000, and misdemeanor cases punishable only by fine. They also perform marriages, issue warrants, conduct preliminary hearings, and serve as notaries.
- Texas has 835 Justice Courts, each presided over by a single judge. Every county has between one and eight precincts based on the county's population, each with its own Justice Court.
- Justices of the Peace are elected through partisan, precinct-wide election to four-year terms. 
- Candidates must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years old, have been a Texas resident for at least 12 consecutive months, a district resident for at least six consecutive months, and registered to vote in that precinct.
- The annual salary for Justices of the Peace ranges from $19,207 to $151,805 and is by the county's Commissioners Court.


Presides over civil cases and fine-only misdemeanor cases.

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