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Run for County Coroner//Medical Examiner in Newberry County, SC
Election Date: Jun 11, 2024Filing Deadline: Mar 30, 2024
Election Details
- Office level: county
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: N/A
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Filing period: Mar 16, 2024 - Mar 30, 2024
- Positions: Newberry County CoronerNewberry County Coroner
Job description
The County Coroner or Medical Examiner is responsible for inquiring into the cause and manner of death of a citizen in their jurisdiction. The County Coroner or Medical Examiner is also responsible for completing test results, documenting evidence, completing autopsies, and providing testimonies.
Eligibility requirements
Candidate must be a citizen of the United States, be a resident of the county in which he seeks the office of sheriff for at least one year immediately preceding the date of the election for sheriff, must be a registered voter, have attained the age of at least twenty-one years prior to the date of his qualifying for election to the office, must have obtained a high school diploma, its recognized equivalent in educational training as established by the State Department of Education, and have at least five years experience as a Class 1 certified law enforcement officer; or obtained a two-year associate degree and three years experience as a Class 1 certified law enforcement officer; or obtained a four-year baccalaureate degree and one year experience as a Class 1 certified law enforcement officer; or served as a summary court judge for at least ten years.
FAQ
How often is County Coroner//Medical Examiner elected?
The position of County Coroner//Medical Examiner 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 Newberry County, SC?
Filing fee is 1% of the total salary for the term of that office or one hundred dollars, whichever amount is greater. Filing fees are determined using the base salary for the office in January of each election year; No signature requirement. Offices with a party primary are asked to submit three copies of a completed Statement of Intention of Candidacy/Party Pledge form (SICPP) available at scVOTES.org to the county electoral commission. Candidates must also complete a Statement of Economic Interest and submit it electronically to the State Ethics Commission website before March 30th by noon or during the 14 day filing period for elections that do not coincide with the November general.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Board of Elections' office.
Where is the filing office?
1872 Wilson Road, PO Box 147, Newberry, SC 29108.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 803-321-2121.
How do I get started running for County Coroner//Medical Examiner?
You can start running for County Coroner//Medical Examiner 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 Coroner//Medical Examiner includes a primary, but not a runoff election.
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