Election Judge Training

Election Judge Training for the 2026 Elections will be offered at the following locations.

PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
You may register online!

If class size does not meet the minimum attendance of 15 that time slot will be cancelled. If class is cancelled, we will contact you to secure a different time.

In the event of class cancellation due to inclement weather, check Becker County's website or listen to KDLM 1340am radio. We will update any changes & send a message to KDLM 2 hours prior to the scheduled class.

* * * * *    IMPORTANT NOTE of REQUIREMENTS    * * * * *

The number of training hours are a requirement for an election judge:

  • Basic Election Judge Training - 2 hours. EVERYONE needs to complete this training.  We will conduct this training in two stages, those precincts with poll pads, and those without poll pads.
  • Mail/Absentee Ballot Training - 1 hour. Basic Training is a pre-required class.
  • Head Judge Training - 1 hour. Basic Training is a pre-required class.
  • Health Care Facility Training - 1 hour. Basic Training is a pre-required class.
Election judge training sessions
Date Location Type & Time
Tuesday
September 22
Becker County Courthouse 3rd Floor Training Room
915 Lake Avenue, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
Basic @ 5:00-7:00PM
Head Judge @ 7:00-8:00PM