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Run for County Attorney in Jewell County, KS
Election Date: Aug 6, 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: Jewell County AttorneyJewell County Attorney
Job description
The County Attorney is the chief legal prosecutor of the county.
Eligibility requirements
No person shall be eligible for the nomination or election to the office of county attorney of any county unless such person shall have been regularly admitted to practice law within the state of Kansas, and is at the time of nomination and election a regularly qualified practicing attorney of this state.
FAQ
How often is County Attorney elected?
The position of County Attorney 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 Jewell County, KS?
Filing fee is 1% of salary if the position salary is over $1,000/year. If the position salary is less than $1,000/year, $5. Petition signature requirement for Major Party candidates: 3% of the total of the current voter registration of the party in the county. Minor Party candidates: 4% of the current total of qualified voters of the county.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office.
Where is the filing office?
307 N. Commercial St., Suite 5 Mankato, KS 66956.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 785-378-4020.
How do I get started running for County Attorney?
You can start running for County Attorney 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 Attorney includes a primary, but not a runoff election.
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