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County Court Judge in Pennsylvania
- Election date
- November 7, 2023
- Filing deadline
- March 8, 2023 - August 1, 2023
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County Court Judge
About this position
County 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.
Position Details
Employment Type
Full Time
Partisan Type
partisan
Election Frequency
Every 6 years
Eligibility Requirements
Candidate must be at least 21 years of age, under the age of 75, a resident of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, a resident of his/her magisterial district for a one-year period prior to election, and certified by the Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts as successfully completing a rigorous training and education program administered by the Minor Judiciary Education Board; or an attorney admitted to the Bar in Pennsylvania.
Filing Requirements
Filing Fee of $50, and 100 signatures required. If it is a sitting judge that is filing for reelection, they may file a certificate of nomination in lieu of a petition.
Paperwork Instructions
Submit paperwork to the County Elections Division's office.
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