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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Dec 5, 2026Filing Deadline: Jul 17, 2026
Election Details
- Office level: city
- Length of term: 6 years
- Commitment level: N/A
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: Jul 15, 2026 - Jul 17, 2026
- Positions: Opelousas City Court MarshalOpelousas City Council - District AOpelousas City Council - At LargeOpelousas City Police ChiefOpelousas City Court Judge...
Job description
The City Marshal is the executive officer of the City Court and has the power of a sheriff in executing the Court's orders and mandates. The Marshal also determines the level of personnel and requests those resources necessary from the city.
Eligibility requirements
The candidate shall be a resident elector of the territorial jurisdiction of the court and shall possess a high school diploma or its equivalent as determined by the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 118 South Court Street, Ste 207 Opelousas, LA 70570
Filing phone number: 337-942-5606
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the Parish Court Clerk's office.
Filing requirements: $75 qualifying fee, plus an additional $37.50 State Central Committee fee for major party candidates, plus an additional $37.50 Parish Executive Committee fee for major party candidates if assessed by Parish Committee In lieu of filing fees, candidates can submit a petition with 100 signatures.
FAQ
How often is City Court Marshal elected?
The position of City Court Marshal 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 Opelousas City, LA?
$75 qualifying fee, plus an additional $37.50 State Central Committee fee for major party candidates, plus an additional $37.50 Parish Executive Committee fee for major party candidates if assessed by Parish Committee In lieu of filing fees, candidates can submit a petition with 100 signatures.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the Parish Court Clerk's office.
Where is the filing office?
118 South Court Street, Ste 207 Opelousas, LA 70570.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 337-942-5606.
How do I get started running for City Court Marshal?
You can start running for City Court 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 Court Marshal does not include a primary or runoff election.
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