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The methods of judicial selection for federal appellate judges state appellate and state trial judges
Federal judges are appointed for life. There are no terms for them. Terms for state judges are determined by the constitution of the specific state.
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No, while federal judges hold their appointments during "good behavior", state judges do not necessarily have that luxury. Some state judges are elected.
There are many types of judges, including federal judges, state judges, appellate judges, trial court judges, administrative law judges, and magistrate judges. Each type may have specific jurisdiction and responsibilities depending on the court system in which they preside.
In the U.S., it varies by state. Federal judges are not elected; they are appointed.
No, state judges are either elected or appointed.
Usually, elected judges are chosen by the general electorate at election times when their names appear on the ballot. In some states, "elected judges" are actually 'elected' by majority votes of the state legislature.
There are various types of judges, including federal judges, state judges, administrative law judges, and magistrate judges. The salary of judges can vary depending on their jurisdiction, level of experience, and the type of court they preside over. Federal judges in the United States typically earn between $200,000 to $300,000 per year, while state judges may earn anywhere from $30,000 to over $200,000 annually. Administrative law judges and magistrate judges usually earn salaries in a similar range to state judges.
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Depending on the state, judges may be elected, appointed, nominated and confirmed by the legislator or nominated by the state bar.