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September 27, 2023
Run for County Court Magistrate in Grenada County County, MS
Election Date: Nov 2, 2027Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: county
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: N/A
- Affiliation: nonpartisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: N/A - N/A
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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 a resident of the county two years preceding the day of election, a high school graduate or its equivalent, and completion of a course of training required by law within six months of the beginning of the term of office.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: P.O. Box 1517, Grenada, MS 38901
Filing phone number: 662-226-1941
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the County Circuit Clerk's office.
Filing requirements: $100 filing fee; Signature requirement of 15 for independent candidates, no requirement for party affiliated candidates
FAQ
How often is County Court Magistrate elected?
The position of County Court Magistrate is typically elected every 4 years.
What does it mean for an election to be nonpartisan?
Nonpartisan elections do not require candidates to declare a party affiliation.
What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in Grenada County County, MS?
$100 filing fee; Signature requirement of 15 for independent candidates, no requirement for party affiliated candidates
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Circuit Clerk's office.
Where is the filing office?
P.O. Box 1517, Grenada, MS 38901.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 662-226-1941.
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 does not include a primary or runoff election.
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