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September 27, 2023
Run for Local Court Judge in Kalispell, MT
Election Date: Nov 4, 2025Filing Deadline: Sep 25, 2025
Election Details
- Office level: local
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: Part Time
- Affiliation: nonpartisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: Jun 12, 2025 - Sep 25, 2025
- Positions:
Job description
Local Court Judges are responsible for adjudicating cases in civil and criminal courts at the trial-level, such as small-claims court or drug court.
Eligibility requirements
A trustee must: 1) be qualified to vote in a district; and 2) be a resident of the school district (in a single member district, a resident of the school district for at least one year prior to becoming a candidate). Qualified to vote means the person must: 1) be at least 18 years old; 2) be a resident of the state and county for at least 30 days; and 3) be a United States citizen. The person must not be: 1) a convicted felon currently serving a sentence in a penal institution; or 2) determined to be of unsound mind by a court of law.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 233 1st Avenue East - Kalispell, MT 59901
Filing phone number: 406-751-3400
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the School District Clerk's office
Filing requirements: No filing fee or petition signature requirement.
Independent Candidates running for Local Court Judge
FAQ
How often is Local Court Judge elected?
The position of Local Court Judge 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 Kalispell, MT?
No filing fee or petition signature requirement.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the School District Clerk's office
Where is the filing office?
233 1st Avenue East - Kalispell, MT 59901.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 406-751-3400.
How do I get started running for Local Court Judge?
You can start running for Local Court Judge 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 Local Court Judge does not include a primary or runoff election.
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