Run for City Police Chief//Marshal in Haughton

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

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Election Details

Office level: town
Length of term: 4 years
Commitment level: N/A
Affiliation: partisan
Typical salary: N/A
Filing period: Jul 17, 2024 - Jul 19, 2024
Positions:
Haughton Town Police Chief

Job description

The City Police Chief or Marshal is the chief law enforcement officer of the city and is responsible for planning, directing, managing, and overseeing the activities and operations of the Police Department.

Eligibility requirements

The candidate shall be an elector of the municipality who at the time of qualification shall have been domiciled and actually resided for at least the immediately preceding year in the municipality. In addition, those elected from wards must be residents of their respective wards at the time of qualifying.

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FAQ

How often is City Police Chief//Marshal elected?

The position of City Police Chief//Marshal 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 Haughton?

$40 qualifying fee, plus an additional $20 State Central Committee fee for major party candidates, plus an additional $20 Parish Executive Committee fee for major party candidates if assessed by Parish Committee In lieu of filing fees, candidates can submit a petition with 50 signatures.

Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?

Submit paperwork to the Parish Court Clerk's office.

Where is the filing office?

204 Burt Blvd., Third Floor Benton, LA 71006.

How can I get in touch with the filing office?

You can contact the filing office by calling 318-965-2336.

How do I get started running for City Police Chief//Marshal?

You can start running for City Police Chief//Marshal 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 City Police Chief//Marshal includes a primary, but not a runoff election.

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