How to Run for Judicial County Court - Retention in El Paso County, CO

A nonpartisan guide to Judicial County Court - Retention in El Paso County. Learn the requirements to run for office near you.
Last election
November 8, 2022

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

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

    A candidate must be a qualified elector and be a resident of that county at the time of the election or selection. They must be licensed to practice law in Colorado for at least five years; and under the age of 72 at the time his or her name is submitted to the Governor for appointment.

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    Step 2

    File for office

    Filing requirements
    Filing fee: 0. A candidate must submit an application via e-mail to the 4th Judicial District Nominating Commission prior to the deadline listed for the vacancy.
    Filing period
    May 8, 2022 - August 8, 2022
    Paperwork instructions
    Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State's office.
    Where to file
    1700 Broadway, Suite 200, Denver CO 80290
    Filing phone
    303-894-2200
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