Run for County Court Magistrate in 14 County, LA

Election Date: Nov 3, 2026
Filing Deadline: Jul 17, 2026

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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 15, 2026 - Jul 17, 2026
Positions:
District 14
District 14

Job description

County Court Magistrate judges are responsible for adjudicating cases in civil and criminal courts at the trial-level with the authority to hold preliminary hearings in criminal cases and conduct bench trials for certain misdemeanor offenses.

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 Magistrate elected?

The position of County Court Magistrate 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 14 County, LA?

Filing fee is $300, plus $300 for major party candidates; signature requirement is 0. Alternatively, filing fee is 0; signature requirement is 500.

Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?

Submit paperwork to the Calcasieu Parish Clerk of Court's office.

Where is the filing office?

P.O. Box 1030, Lake Charles, LA 70602.

How can I get in touch with the filing office?

You can contact the filing office by calling 337-437-3558 ext.123.

How do I get started running for County Court Magistrate?

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

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