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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 3, 2026Filing Deadline: Mar 19, 2026
Election Details
- Office level: county
- Length of term: 4 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: Mar 13, 2026 - Mar 19, 2026
- Positions: Davis County RecorderDavis County TreasurerDavis County AuditorBenchland Water District BoardMutton Hollow Improvement District Board...
Job description
The County Attorney is the chief legal prosecutor of the county.
Eligibility requirements
Candidate must be a U.S. citizen, registered voter, resident of county for 1 year
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 61 South Main Street P.O. Box 618 Farmington UT 84025
Filing phone number: 435-451-3508
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office.
Filing requirements: Filing Fee: $50 plus 1/8 of 1% of the total salary for the full term of office legally paid to the person holding the office for all other federal, state, and county offices. Petition Signature Requirement: 3% of the registered voters who are residents of the area permitted to vote for the county office and are permitted by the qualified political party to vote for the qualified political party's candidates in a primary election
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 Davis County County, UT?
Filing Fee: $50 plus 1/8 of 1% of the total salary for the full term of office legally paid to the person holding the office for all other federal, state, and county offices. Petition Signature Requirement: 3% of the registered voters who are residents of the area permitted to vote for the county office and are permitted by the qualified political party to vote for the qualified political party's candidates in a primary election
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office.
Where is the filing office?
61 South Main Street P.O. Box 618 Farmington UT 84025.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 435-451-3508.
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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