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Run for County Attorney in Silver Bow County, MT
Election Date: Jun 4, 2024Filing Deadline: Mar 11, 2024
Election Details
- Office level: county
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: N/A
- Affiliation: nonpartisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Filing period: Jan 11, 2024 - Mar 11, 2024
- Positions: Silver Bow County AttorneySilver Bow County Attorney
Job description
The County Attorney is the chief legal prosecutor of the county.
Eligibility requirements
A candidate must be 18 years of age; a citizen of the state; and an elector of the county in which the duties of the office are to be exercised; or (b) in the case of an office consolidated between two or more counties, an elector in one of the counties in which the duties of the office are to be exercised. In counties with a population greater than 30,000, candidate must have resided in the state for 2 years immediately before taking office and attmitted to the practice of law for at least 5 years before appointment; in counties with a population less than 30,000, candidate must have resided in the state for 2 years immediately before taking office and attmitted to the practice of law for at least 3 years before appointment; part-time candidates must reside in state.
FAQ
How often is County Attorney elected?
The position of County Attorney 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 Silver Bow County, MT?
Filing Fee: 0.5% of the total annual salary. Petition Signature Requirement: Independent, Minor Party, and Indigent Candidates are required to submit 5% or more of the total votes cast for the successful candidate for the same office at the last general election. Major party candidates are not required to submit any signatures
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office
Where is the filing office?
155 W Granite Rm 208 Butte MT 59701.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 406-497-6342.
How do I get started running for County Attorney?
You can start running for County Attorney 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 Attorney includes a primary, but not a runoff election.
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