It was a long night for several at the Dallas County Courthouse as a group of officials, including Probate Judge Kim Ballard, tallied Dallas County residents’ votes in the 2014 General Election.

While there were numerous write-ins added to the ballots across the county, all of those who ran unopposed were reelected for their individual positions. The wins were largely expected, but each candidate was appreciative of his or her Tuesday night victory.

Harris Huffman Jr. was reelected as the Dallas County Sherriff with 10,813 votes, or 91.78 percent of the votes, after serving in the position for 20 years.

With 34 years of experience in law enforcement behind him, Huffman plans to continue having the department contribute to programs that will benefit all residents, such as Project Life Saver.

“I think the people still have some trust in me,” Huffman said. “I figured out over the years that if you’re honest with someone and tell them the truth, then things have a tendency to work out.”

William Alan Dailey won the race for Dallas County coroner by earning 10,974 votes, or 99.24 percent of the votes Tuesday. After 10 years as coroner, Dailey was pleased with the win.

“I’m an emergency medical technician. I believe to determine the cause and manner of why an individual passed away, you need some medical background,” Dailey said. “Having closure for families depends on what the coroner does, so it’s a pretty important job.”

Darrio Melton is entering his second term as the state representative for District No. 67 after earning 9,494 votes, or 98.04 percent of the votes. For Melton, it was vital that people voted in general.

“I’m thrilled and elated to be able to serve such a district that has so much impact throughout this entire nation,” Melton said.

Hank Sanders won the race for state senator representing District No. 23 with 8,969 votes, or 95.5 percent of the votes.

Sanders spoke about some of the things he has done in the 31 previous years he has served as state senator that helped him get reelected.

“First, I understand how to get things done, even when we are in the minority not in the majority,” Sanders said. “I’m willing to help whoever, and I think it’s important to me to try to be a servant, so that’s what I try to be.”

Weida Sheehan was reelected as Dallas County tax assessor with 10,398 votes, or 92.21 percent of the votes.

“I have worked there for 26 years, so it’s all I know how to do, “Sheehan said. “I love working with the public, and I love my job.”

Tammy Jones King won the race for Dallas County tax collector with 10,518 votes, or 90.44 percent of the votes Tuesday.

Attempts to reach King for comment were unsuccessful Tuesday.

Staff Writer Alaina Denean contribued to this report.