Allentown City Constable – Ward 12
Ward 12, Allentown, PA
City
Partisan
Next Election
Nov 2, 2027
Filing Window
Mar 10, 2027 - Aug 2, 2027
Term Length
6 years
Number of Seats
1
About this position
The City Constable is responsible for law enforcement functions similar to police officers such as arrests and traffic citations, but the City Constable also works closely with courts to perform judicial tasks like serving warrants and subpoenas.
Eligibility requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must be a resident of the district
- Must have relevant professional experience
- Candidate must be 18 years old and a resident of the borough and ward for at least one year prior to election. Constables may have to complete a certified training program including 80 hours of basic training and 40 hours of annual courses, depending on the municipality.
Filing information
Elections office
17 South Seventh Street, Allentown, PA 18101
Phone: 610-782-3194
Fee & signature requirements
Filing fee is $10; signature requirement of 100.
Filing instructions
Submit paperwork to the County Board of Elections' office.
Primary Type
Partisan
Primary Date
May 18, 2027
Primary Filing
Feb 16, 2027 - Mar 9, 2027