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Run for Judicial Trial Court (Inferior) - Retention in AK
Election Date: Nov 3, 2026Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: state
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: N/A
- Affiliation: nonpartisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Filing period: N/A - N/A
- Positions: District 1District 1District 3District 3District 3...
Job description
Inferior retention 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.
Eligibility requirements
A district judge shall be a citizen of the United States and of the state of Alaska, at least 21 years of age, a resident of the state for at least five years immediately preceding appointment, and have been engaged in the active practice of law for not less than three years immediately preceding appointment and at the time of appointment licensed to practice law in the State of Alaska; or have served for at least seven years as a magistrate in the state.
FAQ
How often is Judicial Trial Court (Inferior) - Retention elected?
The position of Judicial Trial Court (Inferior) - Retention is typically elected every 4 years.
What does it mean for an election to be nonpartisan?
Nonpartisan elections do not require candidates to declare a party affiliation.
What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in AK?
Filing Fee: 0. Submit a Selection Application Form to the Alaska Judicial Council.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to any of the Alaska Division of Elections' offices.
Where is the filing office?
Director's Office: Court Plaza Building, 240 Main Street, 4th Floor, Juneau, AK 99801, Juneau - Region I Elections Office: 9109 Mendenhall Mall Road, Suite 3, Juneau, Alaska 99801, Anchorage - Region II Elections Office: 2525 Gambell Street, Suite 100, Anchorage, AK 99503, Matanuska-Susitna - Region II Elections Office: North Fork Professional Building, 1700 E. Bogard Road, Suite B 102, Wasilla, AK 99654, Fairbanks - Region III Elections Office: 675 7th Avenue, Suite H3, Fairbanks, AK 99701, Nome - Region IV Elections Office: Sitnasuak Building, 214 Front St., Suite 130, Nome, AK 99762.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling Director's Office: 907-465-4611, Juneau - Region I Elections Office: 907-465-3021, Anchorage - Region II Elections Office: 907-522-8683, Matanuska-Susitna - Region II Elections Office: 907-373-8952, Fairbanks - Region III Elections Office: 907-451-2835, Nome - Region IV Elections Office: 907-443-5285.
How do I get started running for Judicial Trial Court (Inferior) - Retention?
You can start running for Judicial Trial Court (Inferior) - Retention 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 Judicial Trial Court (Inferior) - Retention includes a primary, but not a runoff election.
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