Samuel Price Carson (January 22, 1798 – November 2, 1838) was an American political leader and farmer in both North Carolina and Texas.

Robert Brank Vance was mortally wounded by Samuel Price Carson, who challenged him to a duel, fought at Saluda Gap, North Carolina, because of a derogatory remark made during the 1827 campaign.

The convention also established an interim or acting government for the republic, which was still at war in rebellion against Mexico.

President Burnet sent him to Washington, DC, to lead a team to negotiate for recognition of and aid for Texas, then later named James Collinsworth to replace him as secretary of state.

[3] Later, when borders were formalized, Carson's home was identified as part of Miller County, Arkansas.