SB0019

Election of Lake County superior court judges.

Introduced·12/8/25
Intr Text

Indiana SB0019 amends the election process for Lake County superior court judges, transitioning to an electoral system.

Indiana SB0019 modifies the election process for Lake County superior court judges, aligning it with the election procedures for other superior court judges. The bill specifies that the transition to the new electoral system will take effect at the general election immediately preceding the expiration of the term of the sitting judge on June 30, 2026. It repeals superseded provisions and establishes a judicial nominating commission to evaluate and recommend candidates for judicial vacancies.

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Where it stands

Current
Judiciary Committee
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Committee decision

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History

Dec 8, 2025

Senate

Authored by Senator Randolph Lonnie M

Dec 8, 2025

Senate

First reading: referred to Committee on Judiciary