​A qualified elector for and from the county court district, at least 26 years old, a practicing attorney for five years, and a citizen of the state for five years preceding the election. Must be a resident of the county they seek election in for two (2) years on the day before the election. Miss. Code Ann. §9-9-5; Miss. Code Ann. §23-15-300.
Non-Partisan Judicial Candidates file a Statement of Intent, Affidavit of Judicial Candidate and a $100.00 qualifying fee to the county via the Circuit Clerk.