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September 27, 2023
Run for City Police Chief//Marshal in Baldwyn, MS
Election Date: Apr 1, 2025Filing Deadline: Jan 31, 2025
Election Details
- Office level: city
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: N/A
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Filing period: Jan 1, 2025 - Jan 31, 2025
- Positions: Baldwyn City Chief of PoliceBaldwyn City Chief of PoliceBaldwyn City Chief of Police
Job description
The City Police Chief or Marshal is the chief law enforcement officer of the city and is responsible for planning, directing, managing, and overseeing the activities and operations of the Police Department.
Eligibility requirements
Must be a qualified elector of the State of Mississippi in the municipality in question, must never have been convicted of bribery, perjury or other infamous crime, and must never have been convicted of a felony in federal court nor of a crime in the court of another state which is a felony in this state
FAQ
How often is City Police Chief//Marshal elected?
The position of City Police Chief//Marshal 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 Baldwyn, MS?
Filing fee is $10 (major party), $0 (minor party and independent candidates); petition signature requirement is 50 (independent candidates only).
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the Municipal Court office.
Where is the filing office?
P.O. Box 40 Baldwyn MS 38824‐0040.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 662‐365‐2383.
How do I get started running for City Police Chief//Marshal?
You can start running for City Police Chief//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 Police Chief//Marshal includes a primary, but not a runoff election.
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