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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 3, 2026Filing Deadline: Mar 31, 2026
Election Details
- Office level: state
- Length of term: 4 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: Feb 24, 2026 - Mar 31, 2026
- Positions: Douglas County Public AdministratorDouglas County SurveyorDouglas County AssessorDouglas County Commissioner - District 2Douglas County Commissioner - District 1...
Job description
This District or Circuit Court Judge is responsible for adjudicating cases in Civil and Criminal Courts at the trial-level.
Eligibility requirements
Candidate must be a U.S. citizen for 10 years, must be a qualified Missouri voter for at least 3 years, must be a resident of the circuit for at least 1 year, must be licensed to practice law in Missouri, must be at least 25 years old. Retirement is mandatory at age 70.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 203 E. Lincoln Ave., PO Box 398 Ava, MO 65608
Filing phone number: 417-683-4714
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the local election authority's office.
Filing requirements: Filing fee: $100. Additional requirement for independent candidates: Petitions for independent candidate nominations require the number of signatures of registered voters in the district to be equal to at least 2% of the total number of voters who cast their ballots at the last election for candidates for the office sought, or equal to 10,000 voters, whichever is less.
FAQ
How often is State Trial Court Judge - General elected?
The position of State Trial Court Judge - General 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 Douglas County?
Filing fee: $100. Additional requirement for independent candidates: Petitions for independent candidate nominations require the number of signatures of registered voters in the district to be equal to at least 2% of the total number of voters who cast their ballots at the last election for candidates for the office sought, or equal to 10,000 voters, whichever is less.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the local election authority's office.
Where is the filing office?
203 E. Lincoln Ave., PO Box 398 Ava, MO 65608.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 417-683-4714.
How do I get started running for State Trial Court Judge - General?
You can start running for State Trial Court Judge - General 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 - General does not include a primary or runoff election.
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