Judicial County Court - Retention in Maricopa County, AZ

A nonpartisan guide to Judicial County Court - Retention in Maricopa County. Find candidates and elected officials who have turned down partisan and big-money influence.
Election date
November 3, 2026
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Candidates for Judicial County Court - Retention

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About Judicial County Court - Retention

About this position

County retention court judges are responsible for adjudicating cases in Civil and Criminal Courts at the trial-level in certain specific areas, such as small-claims court or drug court.
Office level
County
Election frequency
Every 4 years
Affiliation
Nonpartisan
Positions
1 open seat

Election type

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

How to run for Judicial County Court - Retention

  1. User Round
    Step 1

    Meet eligibility requirements

    Candidate must be at least 30 years old, of good moral character; and, admitted to the practice of law in Arizona and a resident of Arizona for the five years immediately before taking office.

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    Step 2

    File for office

    Filing requirements
    No filing fee; no signature requirement
    Filing period
    August 5, 2026 - September 4, 2026
    Paperwork instructions
    Submit paperwork to the County's Elections office.
    Where to file
    510 S. 3rd Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85003
    Filing phone
    602-506-1511
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