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This joint resolution proposes an amendment to Article VI, Section 38 of the Arizona Constitution regarding judicial retention elections, primarily focusing on filing deadlines and procedures for judges seeking to remain in office. The amendment changes the filing window for declarations of candidacy from 60-90 days to 90-120 days before the general election, and applies to justices and judges of the supreme court, intermediate appellate courts, and superior courts. Under the proposed changes, judges must file a declaration with either the Secretary of State or county board of supervisors, depending on their court level, indicating their desire to be retained. The ballot will ask voters whether the specific justice or judge should be retained, with a "Yes" or "No" option. If a majority votes "No," the judge's position will become vacant at the end of their current term. Failure to file a declaration of intent will automatically create a vacancy. The resolution requires the Secretary of State to submit this constitutional amendment to voters at the next general election for approval.

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https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/82929