State Judge Selection Criteria

• E:activity:Using the Internet, Go to the court system Websites of three (3) different states and review the qualification and selection process for judges in each state.

"State Judge Selection Criteria"  Please respond to the following:

• * From the e-Activity, compare and contrast the methods that states use within their selection process for judges, and specify the selection criteria that each state that you reviewed have in common. Provide specific examples to support your rationale.
• Identify at least two (2) risks associated with selecting judges via a non-partisan election process. Explain the key reasons why you believe each risk could potentially inhibit the fairness of trials. Provide specific examples to support your rationale.