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Run for County Court Judge in Blount County, AL
Election Date: Nov 5, 2024Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: county
- Length of term: 6 years
- Commitment level: Full Time
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Filing period: N/A - N/A
- Positions: Blount County District Court Judge
Job description
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.
Eligibility requirements
Candidates for District Court Judge must be at least 18 years old, a U.S. citizen, a citizen of the state for at least 1 year, and a registered voter. Must be licensed to practice law in Alabama. Must have resided in the circuit in which candidate seeks to serve for one year prior to election. No one may be elected or appointed to a judicial office after reaching the age of 70. Must have been licensed by the Alabama State Bar Association a combined total of 3 years or more, or by any other state bar association for a combined total of 3 years or more, prior to beginning a term of office or appointment to serve a vacant term of office.
FAQ
How often is County Court Judge elected?
The position of County 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 Blount County, AL?
Must be nominated by major political party or file petition to run as independent candidate. If qualifying through a major political party, candidates must pay the required qualifying fee set forth by the party. The number of signatures on the petition must equal or exceed at least three percent of the qualified electors who cast ballots for the office of governor in the last general election in the district for which ballot access is being sought. Within five days of becoming a candidate, you must file an Appointment of Principal Campaign Committee Form with the Secretary of State, if seeking election to a state or county office. Candidates must also file a Statement of Economic Interests form as well as a Disclosure Statement of Financial Interests form.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the county election manager's office
Where is the filing office?
220 Second Avenue East Oneonta, AL 35121.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 205-625-4145.
How do I get started running for County Court Judge?
You can start running for County 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 County Court Judge includes a primary, but not a runoff election.
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