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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: nonpartisan
- Typical salary: $120,000/year
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: N/A - Aug 3, 2026
- Positions: Kansas District Court Judge - District 10, Division 2 (Retain Vano?)Kansas District Court Judge - District 10, Division 11 (Retain Woltman?)Kansas District Court Judge - District 10, Division 13 (Retain Cameron?)Kansas District Court Judge - District 10, Division 6 (Retain Wonnell?)Kansas District Court Judge - District 10, Division 14 (Retain Burmaster?)...
Job description
This District or Circuit Court Judge is responsible for adjudicating cases at the trial-level. Judges in this position are seeking to retain their current seat.
Eligibility requirements
The candidate must be at least 30 years and a lawyer admitted to practice in Kansas and engaged in the practice of law for at least five years, whether as a lawyer, judge, or full-time teacher at an accredited law school. The candidate must be a resident of the judicial district at the time of taking office and while holding office.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: Kansas Secretary of State, Memorial Hall, 1st Floor, 120 SW 10th Avenue, Topeka, KS 66612-1594
Filing phone number: 800-262-8683
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the Kansas Secretary of State's office.
Filing requirements: For non-retention candidates: filing fee of $1,421; OR number of signatures equalling 2% of the party's total voter registration for the district (for party candidates) or 4% of the total registered voters from the district (for independent candidates), PLUS filing fee of $70. For retention candidates: filing fee of $70.
FAQ
How often is State Trial Court Judge - Retention elected?
The position of State Trial Court Judge - Retention 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 Kansas?
For non-retention candidates: filing fee of $1,421; OR number of signatures equalling 2% of the party's total voter registration for the district (for party candidates) or 4% of the total registered voters from the district (for independent candidates), PLUS filing fee of $70. For retention candidates: filing fee of $70.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the Kansas 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 800-262-8683.
How do I get started running for State Trial Court Judge - Retention?
You can start running for State Trial Court Judge - Retention 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 Trial Court Judge - Retention does not include a primary or runoff election.
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