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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 4, 2025Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: city
- Length of term: 6 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: Delaware County Municipal Court Judge (Term Commencing 1/2)Delaware County Municipal Court ClerkDelaware County TreasurerDelaware County AuditorDelaware County Common Pleas Court Judge - Domestic Division (Term Commencing 1/1)...
Job description
The City Court Clerk is the recorder and custodian of all records part of any legal cause of action in the city courts.
Eligibility requirements
Must be 18 years old as of date of the general election; resident in the territorial jurisdiction of the court; registered elector in the territorial jurisdiction of the court
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 2079 U.S. Highway 23 N, Suite 4, Delaware, OH 43015
Filing phone number: 740-833-2080
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the County Board of Elections' office.
Filing requirements: Complete a nominating petition and statement of candidacy. There is a $80 filing fee. A candidate running in a major party must collect 50 valid signatures. A candidate running in a minor party must collect 25 signatures. Independent and nonpartisan candidates must collect 50 valid signatures, unless otherwise provided in law.. Check with your local County Board of Elections for petition and additional information. You can find your county board of elections information at https://www.sos.state.oh.us/elections/elections-officials/county-boards-of-elections-directory/
FAQ
How often is City Court Clerk elected?
The position of City Court Clerk is typically elected every 6 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 Delaware County City, OH?
Complete a nominating petition and statement of candidacy. There is a $80 filing fee. A candidate running in a major party must collect 50 valid signatures. A candidate running in a minor party must collect 25 signatures. Independent and nonpartisan candidates must collect 50 valid signatures, unless otherwise provided in law.. Check with your local County Board of Elections for petition and additional information. You can find your county board of elections information at https://www.sos.state.oh.us/elections/elections-officials/county-boards-of-elections-directory/
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Board of Elections' office.
Where is the filing office?
2079 U.S. Highway 23 N, Suite 4, Delaware, OH 43015.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 740-833-2080.
How do I get started running for City Court Clerk?
You can start running for City 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 City Court Clerk does not include a primary or runoff election.
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