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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 3, 2026Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: county
- Length of term: 2 years
- Commitment level: Part Time
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: $451 per diem
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: N/A - N/A
- Positions: Lonoke County Justice of the Peace - District 13Lonoke County Justice of the Peace - District 6Lonoke County Justice of the Peace - District 12
Job description
The County Legislature or Executive Board is the governing body of the county and exercises broad policy-making authority. The Board is charged with implementing policy and overseeing the county budget process and allocation.
Eligibility requirements
Must posses qualifications of an elector, must be a U.S. citizen, must be an Arkansas resident, Must reside within their respective township, justice of the peace district, or county to be represented, Must be a minimum of eighteen (18) years of age , Must be lawfully registered to vote, Must never have been convicted of embezzlement of public money, bribery, forgery, or other infamous crime
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 301 N Center St #202, Lonoke, AR 72086
Filing phone number: 501-676-2368
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's Elections office.
Filing requirements: Existing political party candidates must file a signed affidavit of eligibility with the secretary of the county committee of the political party stating that the candidate is eligible to serve in the office he or she seeks. Must pay the party filing fee, if any, and file the party pledge, if any, with the secretary of the county committee of the political party during regular office hours during the party filing period. The filing fee is set by the county committee and authorized by the state executive committee. Must obtain a party certificate from the secretary or chair of the county committee of the political party. Independent candidates must file a petition, political practices pledge, an affidavit of eligibility, a signature collection affidavit and a notice of candidacy identifying the elective office sought, position number, if any, and stating the name and title proposed for the ballot during the party filing period. The petition and other required documents must be filed with the county clerk and be signed by not less than 3% of the qualified electors in the county or township, as the case may be, in which the candidate seeks office, based upon the total number of votes cast for Governor in that county or township, as the case may be, at the last election, but in no event shall more than 2,000 signatures be required. A petition may be circulated no earlier than 90 days before the deadline for filing petitions.
FAQ
How often is County Legislature-Executive Board elected?
The position of County Legislature-Executive Board is typically elected every 2 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 York township County, AR?
Existing political party candidates must file a signed affidavit of eligibility with the secretary of the county committee of the political party stating that the candidate is eligible to serve in the office he or she seeks. Must pay the party filing fee, if any, and file the party pledge, if any, with the secretary of the county committee of the political party during regular office hours during the party filing period. The filing fee is set by the county committee and authorized by the state executive committee. Must obtain a party certificate from the secretary or chair of the county committee of the political party. Independent candidates must file a petition, political practices pledge, an affidavit of eligibility, a signature collection affidavit and a notice of candidacy identifying the elective office sought, position number, if any, and stating the name and title proposed for the ballot during the party filing period. The petition and other required documents must be filed with the county clerk and be signed by not less than 3% of the qualified electors in the county or township, as the case may be, in which the candidate seeks office, based upon the total number of votes cast for Governor in that county or township, as the case may be, at the last election, but in no event shall more than 2,000 signatures be required. A petition may be circulated no earlier than 90 days before the deadline for filing petitions.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's Elections office.
Where is the filing office?
301 N Center St #202, Lonoke, AR 72086.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 501-676-2368.
How do I get started running for County Legislature-Executive Board?
You can start running for County Legislature-Executive Board 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 Legislature-Executive Board does not include a primary or runoff election.
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