S.J.Res.122

Provides for the election of all judges

Introduced·2/25/26
Introduced Text

Missouri SJR122 proposes an amendment to the state constitution to change the election terms and methods for judges.

Missouri SJR122 proposes an amendment to the state constitution to change the election terms and methods for judges. The amendment would repeal existing sections and replace them with new provisions. Supreme court and court of appeals judges would be elected for twelve-year terms, circuit court judges for six years, and associate circuit judges for four years. Each judge would be elected in a general election by qualified voters of the state or district. Vacancies would be filled at the next general election. The amendment would take effect on January 1, 2027.

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Current
Judiciary And Civil And Criminal Jurisprudence Committee
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Committee decision

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History

May 7

Senate

Second Read and Referred S Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence Committee

Feb 25

Senate

S First Read