S.J.Res.3

Missouri SJR3 proposes constitutional amendments to change election processes and term limits for judges in the Supreme Court and Court of Appeals.

Missouri SJR3 seeks to amend the state constitution to overhaul the election and term limit processes for judges in the Supreme Court and Court of Appeals. The bill proposes nonpartisan elections for these judges, replacing the previous method of selection. It also sets specific timelines for when judges elected in different years will face retention votes. Additionally, the bill introduces term limits, restricting judges to two consecutive terms. The changes aim to ensure judges are accountable to the citizens and not influenced by political parties or interest groups.