The County Judge of Fayette County, Texas serves as the presiding officer of the Commissioners Court, in addition to being the judge of the county court. These are two separate and distinct positions of authority. He also performs diverse administrative duties in his own name and title relating to such matters as the conduct of elections, liquor licenses, guardianships, probating of wills, competency hearings, juvenile matters, occupational drivers licenses, along with preparation of the budget. The County Judge also presides over civil jurisdiction matters not exceeding $20,000.00.
The County Judge is provided for in article V, section 15 of the Constitution. He is looked upon as the chief executive official in county government.