How often is State Trial Court Judge (Inferior) elected?

The position of State Trial Court Judge (Inferior) is typically elected every 4 years.

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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 Kansas?

Filing Fee: $170. The candidate must file with the Secretary of State's office. A candidate may file by petition or by Declaration of Intention, Form CD. If filing by petition, the judicial candidate must submit the Kansas Primary Nomination Petition. A candidate filing by Declaration of Intention, Form CD, may obtain the form from the Secretary of State's Elections division or from the county election official. The Declaration of Intention, Form CD, must be accompanied by total fees of $170 ($100 filing fee and $70 GEC/SOS filing fee).

Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?

Submit paperwork to the Kansas Secretary of State's office.

Where is the filing office?

Kansas Secretary of State, Memorial Hall, 1st Floor, 120 SW 10th Avenue, Topeka, KS 66612-1594

How can I get in touch with the filing office?

You can contact the filing office by calling 800-262-8683.

How do I get started running for State Trial Court Judge (Inferior)?

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Is there a primary or runoff election for this office?

The next election for State Trial Court Judge (Inferior) does not include a primary or runoff election.

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About State Trial Court Judge (Inferior)

About this position

These District or Circuit Inferior Court Judges are responsible for adjudicating cases in Civil and Criminal Courts at the trial-level, usually for minor offenses such as misdemeanor cases or civil matters below a certain dollar amount.

Office level: State
Election frequency: Every 4 years
Affiliation: Partisan
Positions: 1 open seat

Election type

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

How to run for State Trial Court Judge (Inferior)

Step 1
Meet eligibility requirements
The candidate must be a resident of the county at the time of taking office and while holding office. The candidate must be a a graduate of a high school, a secondary school, or the equivalent and either be a lawyer admitted to practice in Kansas or able to pass an examination given by the Supreme Court to become certified within 18 months.
Step 2
File for office
Filing requirements
Filing Fee: $170. The candidate must file with the Secretary of State's office. A candidate may file by petition or by Declaration of Intention, Form CD. If filing by petition, the judicial candidate must submit the Kansas Primary Nomination Petition. A candidate filing by Declaration of Intention, Form CD, may obtain the form from the Secretary of State's Elections division or from the county election official. The Declaration of Intention, Form CD, must be accompanied by total fees of $170 ($100 filing fee and $70 GEC/SOS filing fee).
Filing period
Until June 1, 2026
Paperwork instructions
Submit paperwork to the Kansas Secretary of State's office.
Where to file
Kansas Secretary of State, Memorial Hall, 1st Floor, 120 SW 10th Avenue, Topeka, KS 66612-1594
Filing phone
800-262-8683
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