Leland Lacy Endorsed by San Angelo Police Officers PAC

Lacy receives $1,000 campaign contribution as part of endorsement

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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Leland Lacy, a candidate for Judge of County Court at Law #1 in San Angelo, Texas, has been endorsed by the San Angelo Police Officers Political Action Committee. The PAC cited Lacy's background, knowledge, service in the justice system, and temperament as reasons for their unanimous endorsement. Lacy will receive a $1,000 campaign contribution as part of the endorsement.

Why it matters

The endorsement from the San Angelo Police Officers PAC is significant, as their support can carry weight with voters who value law enforcement's perspective on judicial candidates. Lacy's long tenure as a prosecutor and his relationships with local law enforcement are seen as assets in his campaign.

The details

The San Angelo Police Officers PAC stated that it makes endorsements in races where outcomes will directly affect the PAC and members of law enforcement throughout Tom Green County. Their selection is based on candidate platforms, qualifications and experience as well as individual interviews with each candidate. Lacy will receive a $1,000 campaign contribution as part of the endorsement.

  • Lacy was endorsed by the San Angelo Police Officers PAC on February 11, 2026.
  • Early voting begins on February 17, 2026 for the March 3, 2026 Republican Primary.

The players

Leland Lacy

A candidate for Judge of County Court at Law #1 in San Angelo, Texas, and the current Chief Prosecutor of the Tom Green County Domestic Violence Unit.

San Angelo Police Officers Political Action Committee

A political action committee representing the San Angelo Police Department that makes endorsements in local elections.

Ben Nolen

The current Judge of County Court at Law #1 in San Angelo, who announced he will retire at the end of his current term.

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What they’re saying

“I am honored to have the endorsement of the police officers who serve and protect our city. In my long tenure as a prosecutor, I have worked with several generations of local law enforcement. I know their commitment to the well-being of our community, and I appreciate their vote of confidence.”

— Leland Lacy, Candidate for Judge of County Court at Law #1 (sanangelolive.com)

What’s next

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The takeaway

The endorsement of Leland Lacy by the San Angelo Police Officers PAC highlights his strong relationships with local law enforcement and his qualifications for the County Court at Law #1 judgeship. This support could prove influential with voters who prioritize public safety and law and order issues.