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September 27, 2023
Run for City Attorney in Portland City, IN
Election Date: Nov 2, 2027Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: city
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: N/A
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: N/A - N/A
- Positions: Portland City Common Council - District 5Portland City Council - At LargePortland City Council - District 3Portland City AttorneyPortland City Judge...
Job description
The City Attorney is responsible for appearing in judicial, administrative and other legal actions; issuing legal opinions to city officers; drafting ordinances, bonds, and other legal documents; prosecuting ordinance violations in municipal court; and providing a full range of legal services to various City departments, boards, and entities.
Eligibility requirements
Must reside in the city of elected office at the time of filing candidacy. Cannot be convicted and sentenced of, nor have plead guilty or nolo contendere to any felony charges (unless it has been pardoned, reversed, vacated, set aside, the guilty plea unaccepted by jury, or expunged under state law). Cannot be an active-service member US armed forces. Must be must be an attorney in good standing admitted to the practice of law in Indiana.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 120 N Court Street #2, Portland, IN 47371
Filing phone number: 260-726-4951
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the County Board of Election's office
Filing requirements: No filing fee. Signature Requirement is 2% of the total votes cast for secretary of state in the 2018 general election in the election district the candidate seeks to represent (for independent and minor party candidates only).
FAQ
How often is City Attorney elected?
The position of City 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 Portland City, IN?
No filing fee. Signature Requirement is 2% of the total votes cast for secretary of state in the 2018 general election in the election district the candidate seeks to represent (for independent and minor party candidates only).
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Board of Election's office
Where is the filing office?
120 N Court Street #2, Portland, IN 47371.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 260-726-4951.
How do I get started running for City Attorney?
You can start running for City 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 City Attorney does not include a primary or runoff election.
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