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Run for State Appellate Court Justice in WA
Election Date: Aug 5, 2025Filing Deadline: May 9, 2025
Election Details
- Office level: state
- Length of term: 6 years
- Commitment level: Full Time
- Affiliation: nonpartisan
- Typical salary: 177708
- Filing period: May 5, 2025 - May 9, 2025
- Positions: Washington State Appeals Court Judge - Division 1, District 1-2Washington State Appeals Court Judge - Division 1, District 1-2
Job description
Appeals Courts consider appeals from the Superior Courts and may also consider original personal restraint petitions. The Court of Appeals has authority to reverse (overrule), remand (send back to the lower court), modify, or affirm the decision of the lower court. The court decides each case after reviewing the transcript of the record in the Superior Court and considering the arguments of the parties. Generally, the court hears oral arguments in each case but does not take live testimony.
Eligibility requirements
Candidate must be admitted to the practice of law in the courts of this state not less than five years prior to taking office. Must be a resident for not less than one year at the time of appointment or initial election in the district for which his or her position was created.
FAQ
How often is State Appellate Court Justice elected?
The position of State Appellate Court Justice is typically elected every 6 years.
What does it mean for an election to be nonpartisan?
Nonpartisan elections do not require candidates to declare a party affiliation.
What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in WA?
Filing fee is 1% of the salary of the position. A candidate who lacks sufficient assets or income at the time of filing to pay the filing fee required by this section shall submit with his or her declaration of candidacy a filing fee petition. The petition shall contain not less than a number of signatures of registered voters equal to the number of dollars of the filing fee. The signatures shall be of voters registered to vote within the jurisdiction of the office for which the candidate is filing.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State's office.
Where is the filing office?
520 Union Ave SE, Olympia, Washington 98501.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 360-902-4180.
How do I get started running for State Appellate Court Justice?
You can start running for State Appellate Court Justice 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 Appellate Court Justice includes a primary, but not a runoff election.
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