In the Missouri System for Choosing State Judges

question 161

Multiple Choice

In the Missouri System for choosing state judges:

• A) the state bar association has a committee to recommend candidates for the bench
• B) the Supreme Court recommends candidates for the bench
• C) the Missouri Legislature recommends candidates for the bench
• D) the Kansas Legislature recommends candidates for the bench
• E) the general public recommends candidates for the bench through the voting process

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