Run for County Court Judge in Ascension Parish County, LA

Election Date: Dec 7, 2024
Filing Deadline: Jul 19, 2024

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Election Details

Office level: county
Length of term: 6 years
Commitment level: N/A
Affiliation: partisan
Typical salary: N/A
Filing period: Jul 17, 2024 - Jul 19, 2024
Positions:
Ascension Parish Court Judge

Job description

County Court Judges are responsible for adjudicating cases in Civil and Criminal Courts at the trial-level in certain specific areas, such as small-claims court or drug court.

Eligibility requirements

Candidate must be admitted to practice law in Louisiana for at least 8 years, a resident of the parish for 1 year, and younger than 70 years old.

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FAQ

How often is County Court Judge elected?

The position of County Court Judge is typically elected every 6 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 Ascension Parish County, LA?

Filing fee is $225, plus $225 for major party candidates; signature requirement is 0. Alternatively, filing fee is 0; signature requirement is 400.

Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?

Submit paperwork to the Orleans Parish Criminal District Clerk of Court's office.

Where is the filing office?

2700 Tulane Ave., Rm. 114, New Orleans, LA 70119.

How can I get in touch with the filing office?

You can contact the filing office by calling 504-658-9000.

How do I get started running for County Court Judge?

You can start running for County Court Judge 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 Court Judge includes a primary, but not a runoff election.

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