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Run for County Attorney in Long County, GA
Election Date: Jun 18, 2024Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: county
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: Part Time
- Affiliation: nonpartisan
- Typical salary: $17,663.80
- Filing period: N/A - N/A
- Positions: Long County Solicitor GeneralLong County Solicitor GeneralLong County Solicitor General
Job description
The County Attorney is the chief legal prosecutor of the county.
Eligibility requirements
Must be at least 25 years of age. Must have been admitted and licensed to practice law in the state of Georgia for at least three years. Must upon taking office, permanently reside within the judicial circuit containing the geographic area in which such person shall serve.
FAQ
How often is County Attorney elected?
The position of County Attorney is typically elected every 4 years.
What does it mean for an election to be nonpartisan?
Nonpartisan elections do not require candidates to declare a party affiliation.
What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in Long County, GA?
In order to file, candidates must present a valid photo I.D., a check or money order of $529.91 made out to their respective local party or, if independent, the Georgia Secretary of State (candidates who cannot furnish the fee may have it waived by executing a pauper's affidavit), and a completed notice of candidacy and appropriate affidavit from the Georgia SoS website (http://sos.ga.gov/admin/files/Notice_of_Candidacy_and_Affidavit_(County).pdf). Candidates filing for the Republican Party are also required to complete and submit the Republican Party Oath. Candidates for Sheriff, Coroner, Tax Commissioner, Clerk of Superior Court, Judge of Probate Court, and Local Board of Education must submit an additional affidavit specific to their desired office - all of these can be found at the Georgia SoS website. Independent candidates running for partisan elections are further required to circulate a nominating petition and achieve a number of signatures equal to one quarter of one percent of the number of registered voters eligible to participate in that election in order to appear on the ballot during the general. Write-in candidates only need complete a Notice of Intention and submit it to their respective election superintendent (or the state SoS if running for a state-level position) and publish it in a newspaper or official newsletter of general circulation before the Tuesday after the first Monday in September before the election in order to be considered eligible to hold office.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Election's office.
Where is the filing office?
459 South McDonald Street, Ludowici, Georgia 31316.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 912-545-2234.
How do I get started running for County Attorney?
You can start running for County Attorney 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 Attorney includes a primary, but not a runoff election.
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