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Run for State Trial Court Judge - Retention in AK
Election Date: Nov 5, 2024Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: state
- Length of term: 6 years
- Commitment level: N/A
- Affiliation: nonpartisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Filing period: N/A - N/A
- Positions: District 1District 3District 3District 3District 3...
Job description
This District or Circuit Court Judge is responsible for adjudicating cases at the trial-level. Judges in this position are seeking to retain their current seat.
Eligibility requirements
A judge of the superior court shall be a citizen of the United States and of the state of Alaska, a resident of the state for five years immediately preceding appointment, have been engaged for not less than five years immediately preceding appointment in the active practice of law, and at the time of appointment be licensed to practice law in the state.
FAQ
How often is State Trial Court Judge - Retention elected?
The position of State Trial Court Judge - Retention 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 AK?
Filing Fee: 0. Submit a Selection Application Form to the Alaska Judicial Council.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to any of the Alaska Division of Elections' offices.
Where is the filing office?
Director's Office: Court Plaza Building, 240 Main Street, 4th Floor, Juneau, AK 99801, Juneau - Region I Elections Office: 9109 Mendenhall Mall Road, Suite 3, Juneau, Alaska 99801, Anchorage - Region II Elections Office: 2525 Gambell Street, Suite 100, Anchorage, AK 99503, Matanuska-Susitna - Region II Elections Office: North Fork Professional Building, 1700 E. Bogard Road, Suite B 102, Wasilla, AK 99654, Fairbanks - Region III Elections Office: 675 7th Avenue, Suite H3, Fairbanks, AK 99701, Nome - Region IV Elections Office: Sitnasuak Building, 214 Front St., Suite 130, Nome, AK 99762.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling Director's Office: 907-465-4611, Juneau - Region I Elections Office: 907-465-3021, Anchorage - Region II Elections Office: 907-522-8683, Matanuska-Susitna - Region II Elections Office: 907-373-8952, Fairbanks - Region III Elections Office: 907-451-2835, Nome - Region IV Elections Office: 907-443-5285.
How do I get started running for State Trial Court Judge - Retention?
You can start running for State Trial Court Judge - Retention 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 - Retention includes a primary, but not a runoff election.
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