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Run for State Supreme Court Justice in ID
Election Date: May 21, 2024Filing Deadline: Mar 8, 2024
Election Details
- Office level: state
- Length of term: 6 years
- Commitment level: Full Time
- Affiliation: nonpartisan
- Typical salary: $140,000/year
- Filing period: Feb 26, 2024 - Mar 8, 2024
- Positions: Idaho Supreme Court Justice - Seat 5Idaho Supreme Court Justice - Seat 5
Job description
Idaho Supreme Court enjoys appellate jurisdiction over all cases removed to it under such regulations as are now or may be prescribed by law, from the final decisions of the district courts, or the judges thereof and original jurisdiction over the issuance of writs of mandamus, certiorari, prohibition, habeas corpus, and all writs necessary or proper to the exercise of its appellate jurisdiction.
Eligibility requirements
Idaho Supreme Court Justice candidates must be at least 30 years old when elected; be a citizen of the United States; be an elector of the state of Idaho; have been a legal resident of the state of Idaho for at least 2 continuous years immediately preceding the election; been in good standing as an active or judicial member of the Idaho state bar for at least 2 continuous years immediately preceding such election; have held a license to practice law or held a judicial office in 1 or more jurisdictions for at least 10 continuous years preceding such election.
FAQ
How often is State Supreme Court Justice elected?
The position of State Supreme Court Justice is typically elected every 6 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 ID?
Candidates have two options when filing for placement on the Primary Election Ballot: 1) File a Declaration of Candidacy and pay the $300 filing fee. 2) File a Declaration of Candidacy and nominating petitions, containing the signatures of at least 1,000 registered electors of the state verified prior to submission. All candidates must also submit a C1 Form prior to announcing candidacy, accepting donations or spending money on the campaign.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the Idaho Secretary of State's office.
Where is the filing office?
P.O. Box 83720, Boise, ID 83720-0080.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 208-334-2852.
How do I get started running for State Supreme Court Justice?
You can start running for State Supreme Court Justice 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 State Supreme Court Justice includes a primary, but not a runoff election.
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