How often is Municipal Court Judge elected?

The position of Municipal Court Judge is typically elected every 6 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 Pennsylvania?

Filing Fee: $100. Signature Requirement: 1000.

Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?

Submit paperwork to the County Elections Division's office.

Where is the filing office?

1400 John F Kennedy Blvd, Room 142, Philadelphia, PA 19107

How can I get in touch with the filing office?

You can contact the filing office by calling 215-686-3469.

How do I get started running for Municipal Court Judge?

You can start running for Municipal Court Judge 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 Municipal Court Judge does not include a primary or runoff election.

How to Run for Municipal Court Judge in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania

About Municipal Court Judge

About this position

The Philadelphia Municipal Court is a court of limited jurisdiction and responsible for trying criminal offenses carrying maximum sentences of incarceration of five years or less, civil cases in which the amount is $10,000 or less for Small Claims; landlord-tenant cases; and $15,000 in real-estate and school-tax cases. The Municipal Court has initial jurisdiction in processing every adult criminal arrest in Philadelphia, and conducts preliminary hearings for most adult felony cases.

Office level: County
Election frequency: Every 6 years
Commitment level: Full Time
Affiliation: Partisan
Positions: 5 open seats

Election type

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