Court and Judges

Composition; commission; oath.

Qualifications.

Election.

Appointment of initial judges by Governor.

Chief Judge.

Resignation of office.

Vacancy filled by Governor; term.

Salary.

Service of judges as supplemental district judges.

Pensions.

Retirement because of incapacity, disability or advanced age.

Benefits for surviving spouse.

Benefits for surviving child.

Benefits for survivor beneficiary and additional payees.

Application and administration of provisions concerning pensions, retirement and benefits.

Jurisdiction; review by Supreme Court.

Power on appeal.

Regular sessions; issuance of writs.

Assignment of submitted cases; written decisions and opinions.

Judge not to practice law.

Absence from State; forfeiture of office.

Power to take and certify acknowledgments and affidavits.

Use of facsimile signature: Conditions and restrictions.