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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: N/A
- 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: New York State Assembly - District 35New York State Senate - District 35Fulton County and Surrogate Court JudgeFulton County TreasurerFulton County District Attorney...
Job description
The District Attorney is the chief legal representative of the district.
Eligibility requirements
Must be admitted to practice law in the State of New York and a qualified elector of the county.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 2714 State Highway 29, Suite 1, Johnstown, NY 12095
Filing phone number: (518) 736-5526
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the county board of elections office.
Filing requirements: No filing fee. Petition signature requirement: For candidates running for party nomination: 5% of enrolled voters of the party in the county or 1000, whichever is less; for independent candidates: 5% of the total number of votes cast for governor at the last gubernatorial election in the county or 1500, whichever is less
FAQ
How often is District Attorney elected?
The position of District Attorney 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 Fulton County County, NY?
No filing fee. Petition signature requirement: For candidates running for party nomination: 5% of enrolled voters of the party in the county or 1000, whichever is less; for independent candidates: 5% of the total number of votes cast for governor at the last gubernatorial election in the county or 1500, whichever is less
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the county board of elections office.
Where is the filing office?
2714 State Highway 29, Suite 1, Johnstown, NY 12095.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling (518) 736-5526.
How do I get started running for District Attorney?
You can start running for District 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 District Attorney does not include a primary or runoff election.
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