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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: Full Time
- 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: North Carolina House of Representatives - District 89Henderson Soil and Water Conservation District BoardHenderson County Commission - District 1Henderson County Register of DeedsHenderson County Sheriff...
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 reside in the county in which they are running, be a registered voter, and be at least 21 years old.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 75 E. Central St., Hendersonville, NC 28792
Filing phone number: 828-697-4970
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the County Board of Elections' office.
Filing requirements: Filing fee is 1% of office salary; in lieu of filing fee, signature requirement is 5% of registered voter of same political party in the district in which the office is elected, no fewer than 200 signatures.
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 Henderson County County, NC?
Filing fee is 1% of office salary; in lieu of filing fee, signature requirement is 5% of registered voter of same political party in the district in which the office is elected, no fewer than 200 signatures.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Board of Elections' office.
Where is the filing office?
75 E. Central St., Hendersonville, NC 28792.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 828-697-4970.
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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