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State Trial Court Judge - Retention in Illinois
- Election date
- November 3, 2026
- Filing deadline
- TBD
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State Trial Court Judge - Retention
About this position
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.
Position Details
Partisan Type
nonpartisan
Election Frequency
Every 6 years
Eligibility Requirements
Candidate must be at least 21 years of age, a licensed attorney-at-law in Illinois, a registered voter, and a resident of the district.
Filing Requirements
No filing fee; signature requirement of at least the number of signatures equal to 0.25% of the qualified primary electors of his or her party in the applicable circuit or subcircuit, but no less than 500 signatures. Independent candidates need 5% or total voters in the preceding general election in the circuit or subcircuit, but no more than 25,000.
Paperwork Instructions
Submit paperwork to the State Board of Elections' office.
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