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September 27, 2023
Run for Local Court Judge in Austerlitz
Election Date: Jun 24, 2025Filing Deadline: Mar 27, 2025
Election Details
- Office level: town
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: N/A
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Filing period: Mar 24, 2025 - Mar 27, 2025
- Positions: Austerlitz Town JusticeAusterlitz Town Justice
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
Candidates must be a qualified elector of the town, they don’t have to be lawyers, but are required to take courses once they are elected to be a judge. New judges with no prior legal experience are required to take in-person training provided by lawyers and judges through the state Office of Justice Court Support. Judges take a test at the end of the session. Follow-up courses are also required.
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 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 Austerlitz?
No filing fee; signature requirement of .05% of the then enrolled voters of such party in such district, see county website for exact numbers.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Board of Elections' office.
Where is the filing office?
401 State St, Hudson, NY 12534.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 518-828-3115.
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 includes a primary, but not a runoff election.
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