Run for County Court Judge in Luna County, NM

Election Date: Jun 2, 2026
Filing Deadline: Mar 10, 2026

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Election Details

Office level: county
Length of term: 4 years
Commitment level: N/A
Affiliation: partisan
Typical salary: N/A
Filing period: Mar 10, 2026 - Mar 10, 2026
Positions:
Luna County Magistrate Judge - Division 1
Luna County Magistrate Judge - Division 1

Job description

County Court Judges are responsible for adjudicating cases in Civil and Criminal Courts at the trial-level in certain specific areas, such as small-claims court or drug court.

Eligibility requirements

Candidate must be a qualified elector of the district and have a high school diploma or equivalent. In districts with a population greater than 200,000 people, a judge must also be licensed to practice law in New Mexico.

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FAQ

How often is County Court Judge elected?

The position of County Court Judge 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 Luna County, NM?

Filing fee is 0; Signature requirement is 2% of the total votes cast for all of the party's candidates within the district for governor at the last preceding primary election at which the party's candidate for governor was nominated.

Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?

Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office.

Where is the filing office?

700 South Silver Avenue, Deming, NM 88030.

How can I get in touch with the filing office?

You can contact the filing office by calling 575-546-0491.

How do I get started running for County Court Judge?

You can start running for County 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 County Court Judge includes a primary, but not a runoff election.

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