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September 27, 2023
Run for County Coroner-Medical Examiner in Bossier Parish County, LA
Election Date: Nov 20, 2027Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: county
- 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: Bossier Parish Constable - District 1Bossier Parish Constable - District 4Bossier Parish Constable - District 5Bossier Parish Court ClerkBossier Parish Assessor...
Job description
The County Coroner or Medical Examiner is responsible for inquiring into the cause and manner of death of a citizen in their jurisdiction. The County Coroner or Medical Examiner is also responsible for completing test results, documenting evidence, completing autopsies, and providing testimonies.
Eligibility requirements
The candidate shall be a licensed physician, unless no licensed physician in the parish will accept the office. The coroner shall be a resident of the parish, or a licensed physician who is not a resident of the parish but maintains a full-time medical practice at a principal medical office facility in the parish.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 204 Burt Blvd., Third Floor Benton, LA 71006
Filing phone number: 318-965-2336
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the Parish Court Clerk's office.
Filing requirements: Filing Fee: $225. Signature Requirement: 400
FAQ
How often is County Coroner-Medical Examiner elected?
The position of County Coroner-Medical Examiner 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 Bossier Parish County, LA?
Filing Fee: $225. Signature Requirement: 400
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the Parish Court Clerk's office.
Where is the filing office?
204 Burt Blvd., Third Floor Benton, LA 71006.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 318-965-2336.
How do I get started running for County Coroner-Medical Examiner?
You can start running for County Coroner-Medical Examiner 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 County Coroner-Medical Examiner does not include a primary or runoff election.
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