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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 3, 2026Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: county
- 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: N/A - N/A
- Positions: Lincoln County TreasurerLincoln County AssessorElsberry Special Road District CommissionerLincoln County Recorder of DeedsMissouri Associate Circuit Court Judge - Circuit 45, Lincoln County Division 3...
Job description
The County Court Clerk is responsible for maintaining court records, authenticating court orders and judgements, and administering oaths to witnesses and jurors.
Eligibility requirements
Candidate must be U.S. citizen, at least 21 years of age, resident of the state for at least 1 year next preceding election, and resident of the county for at least 3 months next preceding election. Candidate must be a registered voter in county at time of election. Candidate must not be delinquent in payment of any taxes. Candidate must not have pled guilty or been found guilty of a federal felony or misdemeanor or a state felony.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 201 Main St, Troy, MO 63379
Filing phone number: 636-462-0311
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office.
Filing requirements: Filing fee: $50. Petition signature requirement: 2% of the total number of voters who voted at the last election for candidates for the office being sought or equal to 10,000 voters, whichever is less. .
FAQ
How often is County Court Clerk elected?
The position of County Court Clerk 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 Lincoln County County, MO?
Filing fee: $50. Petition signature requirement: 2% of the total number of voters who voted at the last election for candidates for the office being sought or equal to 10,000 voters, whichever is less. .
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office.
Where is the filing office?
201 Main St, Troy, MO 63379.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 636-462-0311.
How do I get started running for County Court Clerk?
You can start running for County Court Clerk 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 Clerk does not include a primary or runoff election.
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