How are Election Judges appointed?
Five Election Judges are appointed to serve in each precinct, three representing one of the major political parties, Democratic or Republican, and two Judges representing the other. The Precinct Committeeman of each respective precinct furnishes the County Clerk with a certified list of persons to serve as Election Judges for their precinct. At its July meeting in even-numbered years, the County Board approves Judges from these lists. If the Precinct Committeemen do not furnish the list, it is the responsibility of the County Clerk, Township Party Chairman and Central Party Chairman to fill the position. The Circuit Court confirms the appointment of Election Judges for a two-year term of service. Once commissioned, Election Judges perform their duties as officers of the court. An individual commissioned to serve as an Election Judge is obligated to be available for each election during the two-year period. In addition to the five regular Judges appointed, supplemental Judges are appoin
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