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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 4, 2025Filing Deadline: Aug 1, 2025
Election Details
- Office level: state
- Length of term: 10 years
- Commitment level: Full Time
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: Mar 5, 2025 - Aug 1, 2025
- Positions: Pennsylvania House of Representatives - District 15Pennsylvania State Senate - District 15Pennsylvania Court of Common Pleas Judge - District 42 (Bradford County, Retain Williams?)Bradford County District AttorneyBradford County Treasurer...
Job description
This District or Circuit Court Judge is responsible for adjudicating cases in Civil and Criminal Courts at the trial-level.
Eligibility requirements
Candidate must be a resident of the state for at least one year; a member of the state bar; and under the age of 75.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 302 North Office Building, 401 North Street, Harrisburg, PA 17120
Filing phone number: 717-787-5280
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State's office.
Filing requirements: Filing fee of $100, and 250 signatures required.
FAQ
How often is State Trial Court Judge - General elected?
The position of State Trial Court Judge - General is typically elected every 10 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 Bradford County?
Filing fee of $100, and 250 signatures required.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State's office.
Where is the filing office?
302 North Office Building, 401 North Street, Harrisburg, PA 17120.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 717-787-5280.
How do I get started running for State Trial Court Judge - General?
You can start running for State Trial Court Judge - General 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 State Trial Court Judge - General does not include a primary or runoff election.
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