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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: 152250
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: N/A - N/A
- Positions: Yuma County TreasurerYuma Southwest Technical Education School Board - Yuma Union HSDArizona House of Representatives - District 27Yuma Southwest Technical Education School Board - Antelope Union HSDYuma County Superior Court Judge - Division 6...
Job description
Justices of the Superior court are responsible for: 1. Cases and proceedings in which exclusive jurisdiction is not vested by law in another court. 2. Cases of equity and at law which involve the title to or possession of real property, or the legality of any tax, impost, assessment, toll or municipal ordinance. 3. Other cases in which the demand or value of property in controversy amounts to one thousand dollars or more, exclusive of interest and costs. 4. Criminal cases amounting to felony, and cases of misdemeanor not otherwise provided for by law. 5. Actions of forcible entry and detainer. 6. Proceedings in insolvency. 7. Actions to prevent or abate nuisance. 8. Matters of probate. 9. Divorce and for annulment of marriage. 10. Naturalization and the issuance of papers therefor. 11. Special cases and proceedings not otherwise provided for, and such other jurisdiction as may be provided by law.
Eligibility requirements
Candidate must be at least 30 years old, of good moral character; and, admitted to the practice of law in Arizona and a resident of Arizona for the five years immediately before taking office.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 197 S. Main Street, Yuma, AZ 85364
Filing phone number: 928-373-6020
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the County Recorder's 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 County Court Judge elected?
The position of County Court Judge 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 Yuma County 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 Recorder's office.
Where is the filing office?
197 S. Main Street, Yuma, AZ 85364.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 928-373-6020.
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 does not include a primary or runoff election.
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