1972 Alabama Supreme Court election
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The 1972 Alabama Supreme Court election was held on November 7, 1972 to elect two justices to the Alabama Supreme Court.
Place 1
Democratic primary
Candidates
Nominee
- Richard L. Jones[1]
Eliminated in primary
- Janie Shores, law professor
General election
Results
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | Richard L. Jones | 481,354 | 100.00 | |
| Total votes | 481,354 | 100.00 | ||
Place 2
Democratic primary
Candidates
Nominee
- James H. Faulkner[3]
General election
Results
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | James H. Faulkner | 483,517 | 100.00 | |
| Total votes | 483,517 | 100.00 | ||
References
- ^ "Richard L. Jones" (PDF). Alabama Judicial System. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
- ^ a b "Election Results Archive - State Supreme Court". Alabama Secretary of State. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
- ^ "Justice James Faulkner Plans April Retirement" (PDF). Alabama Administrative Office of Courts. Retrieved November 15, 2024.