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Run for County Court Judge - Probate//County Court Judge - Surrogate in Murray County, GA
Election Date: Jun 18, 2024Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: county
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: N/A
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Filing period: N/A - N/A
- Positions: Murray County Probate Judge
Job description
This County Court Judge is responsible for adjudicating cases in Civil and Criminal Courts at the trial-level in the certain specific areas of probate or surrogate matters.
Eligibility requirements
Candidate must be a citizen of the United States, a resident of the county they are running in for at least 2 years, a registered voter, at least 25 years old, have obtained a high school diploma, and not have been convicted of a felony.
FAQ
How often is County Court Judge - Probate//County Court Judge - Surrogate elected?
The position of County Court Judge - Probate//County Court Judge - Surrogate 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 Murray County, GA?
Candidates must file a Notice of Candidacy, pay a filing fee of 3% of position salary; there is no signature requirement.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State's office.
Where is the filing office?
2 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive SE, West Tower, Suite 802, Atlanta, GA 30334.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 404-656-2871.
How do I get started running for County Court Judge - Probate//County Court Judge - Surrogate?
You can start running for County Court Judge - Probate//County Court Judge - Surrogate 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 Court Judge - Probate//County Court Judge - Surrogate includes a primary, but not a runoff election.
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