Lubbock County, Texas

State Of Texas - County Of Lubbock

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Honorable Curtis Parrish

Honorable Curtis Parrish
  • Phone
    806-775-1679
Primary Department: County Courts

Professional Profile

The County Judge is the most visible official in county government.  Often thought of as the county's chief executive officer, the Texas Constitution vests broad judicial and administrative powers in the County Judge, including serving as the presiding officer of the county's policy-making body, the Commissioner's Court, which is responsible for budgetary matters and administrative duties for Lubbock County.

The County Judge also handles widely varying judicial matters such as conducting hearings for probating the estate of a deceased person, establishing guardianships for incapacitated persons and minors, and presiding over civil commitments to mental hospitals.  The County Judge is also responsible for emergency management, calling elections, and representing Lubbock County in many administrative functions.