Judicial Vacancies
The budget Governor McDonnell signed into law for the remainder of the 2011-12 Biennium included funding to fill a number of judicial vacancies.
Article VI, Section 7 of the Constitution of Virginia gives the Governor the authority to fill vacancies to Circuit Courts “which may exist while the General Assembly is not in session.”
Should the General Assembly adjourn its current special session without filling these vacancies, Governor McDonnell desires to fill these vacancies expeditiously. Preparing for this possibility requires gathering information now regarding potential judicial candidates.
Individuals interesting in applying for these vacancies should complete the questionnaire below and mail it to the Office of the Governor.
Questionnaire for All Judicial Applicants (Incumbent Judges and Non-Judges) - Word | PDF
Governor McDonnell welcomes letters of recommendation or other correspondence regarding judicial appointments. Information provided to the Governor regarding judicial vacancies is confidential under § 2.2-3705.7 (2) of the Code of Virginia. Please submit any correspondence to:
Office of the Governor
Attn: Judicial Vacancies
Patrick Henry Building
1111 East Broad Street
Richmond, Virginia 23219