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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 3, 2026Filing Deadline: Jan 30, 2026
Election Details
- Office level: county
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: Full Time
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: Constables earn money through commission; for example, constables can receive $30/hour enforcing traffic at churches and schools, $100/hour escorting weddings, and $100/hour escorting a funeral with an emergency vehicle. Fees vary for additional services, such as security at community events.
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: N/A - Jan 30, 2026
- Positions: Wilcox County District Court Judge - Place 1Wilcox County Constable - Precinct 6, Box 2Wilcox County Constable - Precinct 1, Box 9Wilcox County Constable - Precinct 1, Box 2Wilcox County Constable - Precinct 6, Box 3...
Job description
Constables serve as "Officers of the Peace," essentially serving as an elected police officers. They are able to make arrests, pull vehicles over, carry a gun, offer protective services, act as civil processors, assist the fire department, and enforce traffic.
Eligibility requirements
To be eligible to serve as a constable, one must be a citizen of the county they are running in, have no criminal record, and be old enough to carry a firearm.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 100 Broad St #400B / PO Box 668, Camden, Alabama 36726
Filing phone number: 334-682-4883
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the county probate judge's office.
Filing requirements: Candidates may either seek nomination by their respective political party or they may attempt to run as an independent candidate. Candidates seeking to represent a major party (defined as those parties which received more than 20% of the vote in the previous general election) need only submit a completed declaration of candidacy (found on their respective party website) and a filing fee of 2% the annual salary of the office for which they are running. Independent and minor-party candidates do not pay the filing fee but must instead circulate a ballot access petition and receive a number of signatures equal to 3% of the number of valid electors of the state who participated in the previous gubernatorial race. Regardless of party affiliation, all candidates must complete and file "Statement of Economic Interest" and "Appointment of Principal Campaign Committee" forms either alongside their other requirements or within 5 days.
FAQ
How often is County Constable elected?
The position of County Constable is typically elected every 4 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 Wilcox County County, AL?
Candidates may either seek nomination by their respective political party or they may attempt to run as an independent candidate. Candidates seeking to represent a major party (defined as those parties which received more than 20% of the vote in the previous general election) need only submit a completed declaration of candidacy (found on their respective party website) and a filing fee of 2% the annual salary of the office for which they are running. Independent and minor-party candidates do not pay the filing fee but must instead circulate a ballot access petition and receive a number of signatures equal to 3% of the number of valid electors of the state who participated in the previous gubernatorial race. Regardless of party affiliation, all candidates must complete and file "Statement of Economic Interest" and "Appointment of Principal Campaign Committee" forms either alongside their other requirements or within 5 days.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the county probate judge's office.
Where is the filing office?
100 Broad St #400B / PO Box 668, Camden, Alabama 36726.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 334-682-4883.
How do I get started running for County Constable?
You can start running for County Constable 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 Constable does not include a primary or runoff election.
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