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September 27, 2023
Run for County Court Judge in Clermont County County, OH
Election Date: Nov 4, 2025Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: county
- Length of term: 6 years
- Commitment level: N/A
- Affiliation: nonpartisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: N/A - N/A
- Positions: Clermont County Municipal Court Judge (Term Commencing 1/1)Clermont County Municipal Court Judge (Term Commencing 1/2)
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 residing in the county court district, must be admitted to practice as an attorney in Ohio and have been, for a total of at least six years, engaged in the practice of law in Ohio. Maximum age is 70 years.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 76 S. Riverside Dr. Batavia, OH 45103
Filing phone number: 513-732-7275
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the County's Board of Elections office.
Filing requirements: Filing fee is $80 filing fee; signature requirement for major party candidates: 50 signatures. For minor party candidates: 25 signatures. For independent candidates: signature requirements are based on the number of votes cast in the county in the last general election for governor. If the number of votes cast was fewer than 5,000, 25 signatures, or a number equal to 5 percent of the vote (whichever is less). If the number of votes cast was 5,000 or more, signatures equal to 1 percent of the vote.
Independent Candidates running for County Court Judge
FAQ
How often is County Court Judge elected?
The position of County Court Judge is typically elected every 6 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 Clermont County County, OH?
Filing fee is $80 filing fee; signature requirement for major party candidates: 50 signatures. For minor party candidates: 25 signatures. For independent candidates: signature requirements are based on the number of votes cast in the county in the last general election for governor. If the number of votes cast was fewer than 5,000, 25 signatures, or a number equal to 5 percent of the vote (whichever is less). If the number of votes cast was 5,000 or more, signatures equal to 1 percent of the vote.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County's Board of Elections office.
Where is the filing office?
76 S. Riverside Dr. Batavia, OH 45103.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 513-732-7275.
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 does not include a primary or runoff election.
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