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How does a person become a judge?
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A person becomes a judge by being appointed to the position. Judges are typically selected from those who have been practicing law for at least ten years, and they must meet certain qualifications set out in their state’s laws. In order to be eligible for consideration as a judge, a person must also be a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident alien, and must not have been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor involving moral turpitude.