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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 4, 2025Filing Deadline: Aug 1, 2025
Election Details
- Office level: county
- Length of term: 4 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 State Senate - District 47Elk County District AttorneyElk County Register and Recorder and Clerk of Orphans' CourtPennsylvania House of Representatives - District 47Elk County Coroner...
Job description
The District Attorney prosecutes crimes committed in the county and works closely with local, state and federal law enforcement to ensure the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania are upheld and that citizens are protected. The District Attorney has authority over criminal investigations and prosecutions in the county, the steps of which include preliminary hearings, pre-trial conferences, guilty pleas, trials and appeals.
Eligibility requirements
District attorneys must be at least 25 years old, citizens of the United States, residents of the county for at least one year prior to their election or appointment, and admitted to practice before the Pennsylvania Supreme Court for least one year before taking the oath of office.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 300 Center St., P.O. Box 448, Ridgway, PA 15853-0448
Filing phone number: 814-776-5337
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the County Board of Elections' office.
Filing requirements: Filing fee is $100. Signature Requirements: 100.
FAQ
How often is County Attorney elected?
The position of County 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 Elk County County, PA?
Filing fee is $100. Signature Requirements: 100.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Board of Elections' office.
Where is the filing office?
300 Center St., P.O. Box 448, Ridgway, PA 15853-0448.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 814-776-5337.
How do I get started running for County Attorney?
You can start running for County 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 County Attorney does not include a primary or runoff election.
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