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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: Emery County Clerk/AuditorUtah State Senate - District 15Emery County AssessorEmery County SheriffEmery County Recorder...
Job description
The County Recorder, Register of Deeds, or Register of Mesne Conveyance is the officer responsible for keeping records of vital statistics, notarized deeds of trust, and other deeds affecting real property.
Eligibility requirements
Candidate must be a U. S. Citizen at time of filing, a registered voter in the county, at least a one year resident of the county immediately before the date of the election and unless unaffiliated, be a member of a registered political party. If ever been convicted of a felony: All felony convictions have been expunged or ten years have passed since the most recent felony conviction and -All court-ordered fines and penalties have been paid -Probation is completed -Parole has been granted -Term of incarceration is completed
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 75 East Main P.O. Box 907 Castle Dale, UT 84513
Filing phone number: 435-381-3550
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 Recorder-Register of Deeds-Register of Mesne Conveyance elected?
The position of County Recorder-Register of Deeds-Register of Mesne Conveyance 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 Emery 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?
75 East Main P.O. Box 907 Castle Dale, UT 84513.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 435-381-3550.
How do I get started running for County Recorder-Register of Deeds-Register of Mesne Conveyance?
You can start running for County Recorder-Register of Deeds-Register of Mesne Conveyance 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 Recorder-Register of Deeds-Register of Mesne Conveyance does not include a primary or runoff election.
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