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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: 4 years
- Commitment level: Full Time
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: 147175
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: N/A - N/A
- Positions: Cochise County Supervisor Board - District 2Cochise County Justice of the Peace - Precinct 2
Job description
Justices of the Peace oversee cases of less than ten thousand dollars, exclusive of interest and costs. Criminal jurisdiction shall be limited to misdemeanors. The jurisdiction of such courts shall not encroach upon the jurisdiction of courts of record but may be made concurrent therewith, subject to the limitations provided in this section.
Eligibility requirements
Candidate must be a registered voter in Arizona, reside in the justice court precinct and understand the English language. While some justices of the peace are attorneys, there is no requirement that a justice court judge be an attorney.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 1415 Melody Lane, Building A, Bisbee, AZ 85603
Filing phone number: 520-432-8970
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the County's Elections office.
Filing requirements: No filing fee. Petition signature requirements: At least 1% but not more than 10% of the total number of qualified signers in the county or district, except that if for a candidate from a county with a population of two hundred thousand persons or more, at least one-fourth of 1% but not more than ten percent of the total number of qualified signers in the county or district.
FAQ
How often is Justice of the Peace (Judicial) elected?
The position of Justice of the Peace (Judicial) 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 Bisbee County, AZ?
No filing fee. Petition signature requirements: At least 1% but not more than 10% of the total number of qualified signers in the county or district, except that if for a candidate from a county with a population of two hundred thousand persons or more, at least one-fourth of 1% but not more than ten percent of the total number of qualified signers in the county or district.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County's Elections office.
Where is the filing office?
1415 Melody Lane, Building A, Bisbee, AZ 85603.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 520-432-8970.
How do I get started running for Justice of the Peace (Judicial)?
You can start running for Justice of the Peace (Judicial) 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 Justice of the Peace (Judicial) does not include a primary or runoff election.
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