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Run for State Trial Court Judge - General in FL
Election Date: Aug 20, 2024Filing Deadline: Apr 26, 2024
Election Details
- Office level: state
- Length of term: 6 years
- Commitment level: Full Time
- Affiliation: nonpartisan
- Typical salary: $160,688/year
- Filing period: Apr 22, 2024 - Apr 26, 2024
- Positions: Circuit Court Judge - Circuit 20, Group 1Circuit Court Judge - Circuit 9, Seat 41Circuit Court Judge - Circuit 11, Group 71Circuit Court Judge - Circuit 9, Seat 7Circuit Court Judge - Circuit 9, Seat 5...
Job description
This District or Circuit Court Judge is responsible for adjudicating cases in Civil and Criminal Courts at the trial-level.
Eligibility requirements
Candidate must be admitted to practice law in state 5 years, must be circuit resident, must be a qualified elector, must be circuit resident, must be a qualified elector, and must retired at age 75.
FAQ
How often is State Trial Court Judge - General elected?
The position of State Trial Court Judge - General 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 FL?
Filing Fee is $6427.52 (4% of the annual salary for the position); no signatures required.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the Florida Department of State's office.
Where is the filing office?
R.A. Gray Building, Room 316, 500 South Bronough Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 850-245-6240.
How do I get started running for State Trial Court Judge - General?
You can start running for State Trial Court Judge - General 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 Trial Court Judge - General includes a primary, but not a runoff election.
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