The bill amends existing laws regarding the requirements for filing as a candidate for nonpartisan judicial offices in Arkansas. Specifically, it allows individuals who are currently serving as appointees in the positions of Justice of the Supreme Court or Judge of the Court of Appeals to use their title as a prefix when filing as candidates for those offices. This change aims to clarify the eligibility criteria for candidates and ensure that appointees can appropriately represent their current roles during the election process.

The bill modifies Arkansas Code 7-10-103(f)(1)(B)(ii) by inserting provisions that specify the conditions under which a candidate may use their title as a prefix. The new language stipulates that candidates for the offices of Justice of the Supreme Court or Judge of the Court of Appeals, who are currently serving in those roles as appointees and have held the position for at least twelve months, are permitted to use their titles when filing. This amendment is intended to enhance transparency and recognition of appointees in the electoral process.

Statutes affected:
HB 1891: 7-10-103(f)
Act 715: 7-10-103(f)