How often is County Superior Court Judge elected?

The position of County Superior Court Judge is typically elected every 4 years.

What does it mean for an election to be partisan?

Partisan elections require candidates to declare a party affiliation, like Democrat, Republican, Libertarian, or Independent.

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

No filing fee. Petition signature requirements: At least 1% but not more than 10% of the total number of qualified signers in the county or district, except that if for a candidate from a county with a population of two hundred thousand persons or more, at least one-fourth of 1% but not more than ten percent of the total number of qualified signers in the county or district.

Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?

Submit paperwork to the County's Elections office.

Where is the filing office?

2150 N Congress Dr Suite 119 Nogales, AZ 85621

How can I get in touch with the filing office?

You can contact the filing office by calling 520-375-7808.

How do I get started running for County Superior Court Judge?

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Is there a primary or runoff election for this office?

The next election for County Superior Court Judge does not include a primary or runoff election.

County Superior Court Judge in Santa Cruz County, Arizona

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About County Superior Court Judge

About this position

Justices of the Superior court are responsible for: 1. Cases and proceedings in which exclusive jurisdiction is not vested by law in another court. 2. Cases of equity and at law which involve the title to or possession of real property, or the legality of any tax, impost, assessment, toll or municipal ordinance. 3. Other cases in which the demand or value of property in controversy amounts to one thousand dollars or more, exclusive of interest and costs. 4. Criminal cases amounting to felony, and cases of misdemeanor not otherwise provided for by law. 5. Actions of forcible entry and detainer. 6. Proceedings in insolvency. 7. Actions to prevent or abate nuisance. 8. Matters of probate. 9. Divorce and for annulment of marriage. 10. Naturalization and the issuance of papers therefor. 11. Special cases and proceedings not otherwise provided for, and such other jurisdiction as may be provided by law.

Office level: County
Election frequency: Every 4 years
Typical salary: 152250
Commitment level: Full Time
Affiliation: Partisan
Positions: 1 open seat

Election type

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

How to run for County Superior Court Judge

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.
Step 2
File for office
Filing requirements
No filing fee. Petition signature requirements: At least 1% but not more than 10% of the total number of qualified signers in the county or district, except that if for a candidate from a county with a population of two hundred thousand persons or more, at least one-fourth of 1% but not more than ten percent of the total number of qualified signers in the county or district.
Filing period
March 7, 2026 - April 6, 2026
Paperwork instructions
Submit paperwork to the County's Elections office.
Where to file
2150 N Congress Dr Suite 119 Nogales, AZ 85621
Filing phone
520-375-7808
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