How often is District Attorney elected?

The position of District Attorney is typically elected every 4 years.

What does it mean for an election to be nonpartisan?

Nonpartisan elections do not require candidates to declare a party affiliation on the ballot.

What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in Arkansas?

Filing fee is 3% of annual salary; signature requirement of the lesser of 3% of qualified electors residing within the state and 2,000 qualified electors.

Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?

Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State's office.

Where is the filing office?

Arkansas Secretary of State: 500 Woodlane Street, Suite 256, Little Rock, AR 72201

How can I get in touch with the filing office?

You can contact the filing office by calling 501-682-5070.

How do I get started running for District Attorney?

You can start running for District Attorney by checking to ensure you meet all filing deadlines and requirements. Next, you can prepare to file for office and start planning your campaign strategy. Get in touch with our team of campaign experts for help with any step of the campaign process!

Is there a primary or runoff election for this office?

The next election for District Attorney does not include a primary or runoff election.

How to Run for District Attorney in Arkansas

About District Attorney

About this position

The District Attorney is the chief legal representative of the district.

Office level: Regional
Election frequency: Every 4 years
Typical salary: $159,691.20/year for prosecuting attorneys in Division A; $135,737.52 for prosecuting attorneys in Division B
Commitment level: Full Time
Affiliation: Nonpartisan
Positions: 1 open seat

Election type

Partisan election (party labels appear on ballots)
Run-off election

How to run for District Attorney

Step 1
Meet eligibility requirements
Must be a qualified elector, a U.S. citizen, an Arkansas resident, reside within judicial circuit from which elected and during period of service, at least 18 years old, lawfully registered to vote, a licensed attorney in Arkansas for at least 4 years preceding date of assuming office, must never have been convicted of embezzelment of public money, bribery, forgery, or other infamous crimes
Step 2
File for office
Filing requirements
Filing fee is 3% of annual salary; signature requirement of the lesser of 3% of qualified electors residing within the state and 2,000 qualified electors.
Paperwork instructions
Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State's office.
Where to file
Arkansas Secretary of State: 500 Woodlane Street, Suite 256, Little Rock, AR 72201
Filing phone
501-682-5070
Step 3
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How to Run for District Attorney in Arkansas

About District Attorney

About this position

Election type

How to run for District Attorney

Meet eligibility requirements

File for office

Launch your campaign

Candidates for District Attorney

What this symbol means

Who's currently in office

What this symbol means

Are you ready for Arkansas's next election?

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