Elections

Qualifying

When is qualifying?

February 11, 2026 through February 13, 2026
Qualifying Form

2026 Election Dates

May 16, 2026 and June 27, 2026

What offices will be qualifying?

  • Judge Civil District Court division M
  • Judge Civil District Court division N
  • Judge Criminal District Court section J

Qualifying fees: $625

Qualifying Hours

  • 8:00am - 4:30 pm each day.

Where do I go to qualify for office?

  • Clerk of Criminal District Courts Office 2700 Tulane Ave. Room 114

Know your voter registration information

  • Party Affiliation
  • Registered Voter Address
  • Statistical Information

Resolution to act 35=

  • Requires that we request an email address from all Candidates.

What must I bring with me?

  • Identification
  • Qualifying fees: Cash, Money Order, or Certified Check.
  • No Credit Cards, Personal or Campaign Checks
  • If the candidate is not qualifying in person, the agent qualifying for the candidate MUST bring the completed and notarized Notice of Candidacy and Agent Affidavit.