Additional Resources
Looking for more information on merit retention and judicial elections in Florida?
The Florida Bar
The Florida Bar has numerous resources for voters regarding judges and judicial elections, including the “Guide for Florida Voters,” an easy-to-read, nonpartisan brochure about the courts, the role of judges, and the merit retention process.
The Florida Bar also hosts Judicial Candidate Voluntary Self-Disclosure Statements that assist the public in making educated decisions when voting for county and circuit court judicial candidates.
For additional information on the laws, rules, and opinions governing candidates running for judicial office, visit Sources of Authority and Guidance Regarding Political Activity by Judges and Judicial Campaigns on the Bar’s website.
The Florida Division of Elections
The Florida Division of Elections has more resources for voters, news and updates about the voting process, and information on how to register or update voter registration. Find out which candidates will be on your ballot and obtain relevant campaign documents at Candidates & Committees.
Florida Supreme Court
The Florida Supreme Court has many resources available on merit retention, the role of the Court, and the Supreme Court justices.
Office of the State Courts Administrator
The Office of the State Courts Administrator website has more information on the court structure in Florida.
Important Dates and Deadlines
Primary Election 2024
- Deadline to request mail-in ballot: August 8, 2024
- Early voting period: August 10 – 17, 2024
- Election Day: August 20, 2024
General Election 2024
- Deadline to register to vote: October 7, 2024
- Deadline to request mail-in ballot: October 24, 2024
- Early voting period: October 26 – November 2, 2024
- Election Day: November 5, 2024