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State Trial Court Judge - General in Minnesota
- Election date
- November 3, 2026
- Filing deadline
- TBD
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State Trial Court Judge - General
About this position
This District or Circuit Court Judge is responsible for adjudicating cases in Civil and Criminal Courts at the trial-level.
Position Details
Employment Type
Full Time
Salary
$149,605/year
Partisan Type
nonpartisan
Election Frequency
Every 6 years
Eligibility Requirements
A candidate must be eligible to vote in Minnesota and have maintained residence in their district for at least 30 days before the general election. Candidates must be between 21-70 years of age. Candidates must be licensed to practice law in MN, and must have not filed for any other office at the upcoming primary or general election.
Filing Requirements
Filing fee: $300 or 500 signatures in Petition in Place of Filing Fee. Candidates must also submit an affidavit of candidacy to the Secretary of State, or to the county auditor of the county in which the candidate resides.
Paperwork Instructions
Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State's office.
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