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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 3, 2026Filing Deadline: Aug 3, 2026
Election Details
- Office level: state
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: Full Time
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: $98,901/year
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: N/A - Aug 3, 2026
- Positions: Kansas Secretary of StateU.S. Senate - KansasKansas Court of Appeals Judge - Position 2 (Retain Isherwood?)Kansas Court of Appeals Judge - Position 9 (Retain Arnold-Burger?)Kansas Court of Appeals Judge - Position 4 (Retain Warner?)...
Job description
The Attorney General shall appear for the state, and prosecute and defend any and all actions and proceedings, civil or criminal, in the Kansas supreme court, the Kansas court of appeals and in all federal courts, in which the state shall be interested or a party, and shall, when so appearing, control the state's prosecution or defense. The Attorney General shall also, when required by the governor or either branch of the legislature, appear for the state and prosecute or defend, in any other court or before any officer, in any cause or matter, civil or criminal, in which this state may be a party or interested or when the constitutionality of any law of this state is at issue and when so directed shall seek final resolution of such issue in the supreme court of the state of Kansas. The attorney general shall have authority to prosecute any matter related to a violation of K.S.A. 12-189 or 75-5133, and amendment thereto, related to unlawful acts when the offender is an officer or employee of a city or county.
Eligibility requirements
Must be an elector and resident on election date and when taking office, must be licensed to practice law in KS.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: Kansas Secretary of State : Memorial Hall, 1st Floor,120 SW 10th Avenue Topeka, KS 66612-1594
Filing phone number: 785-296-4561
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State's office.
Filing requirements: Filing Fee is 1% of salary; signature requirement for Major Party candidates: 1% of the total of the current voter registration of the party in the district. Minor Party candidates: 5000
FAQ
How often is State Attorney General elected?
The position of State Attorney General 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 Kansas?
Filing Fee is 1% of salary; signature requirement for Major Party candidates: 1% of the total of the current voter registration of the party in the district. Minor Party candidates: 5000
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State's office.
Where is the filing office?
Kansas Secretary of State : Memorial Hall, 1st Floor,120 SW 10th Avenue Topeka, KS 66612-1594.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 785-296-4561.
How do I get started running for State Attorney General?
You can start running for State Attorney General 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 Attorney General does not include a primary or runoff election.
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