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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: May 19, 2026Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: city
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: N/A
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: N/A - N/A
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Job description
This Local Court Judge is responsible for adjudicating traffic cases.
Eligibility requirements
Candidate must be a citizen of the United States, a resident of the county they are running in for at least 2 years, a registered voter, at least 25 years old, have obtained a high school diploma, and not have been convicted of a felony.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 2 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive SE, West Tower, Suite 802, Atlanta, GA 30334
Filing phone number: 404-656-2871
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State's office.
Filing requirements: Candidates must file a Notice of Candidacy, pay a filing fee of 3% of position salary; there is no signature requirement.
FAQ
How often is Local Court Judge - Traffic elected?
The position of Local Court Judge - Traffic 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 Chatham County City, GA?
Candidates must file a Notice of Candidacy, pay a filing fee of 3% of position salary; there is no signature requirement.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State's office.
Where is the filing office?
2 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive SE, West Tower, Suite 802, Atlanta, GA 30334.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 404-656-2871.
How do I get started running for Local Court Judge - Traffic?
You can start running for Local Court Judge - Traffic 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 Local Court Judge - Traffic does not include a primary or runoff election.
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