70 ain't what it used to be!

Constitutional Amendment 5 would raise the required retirement age for judges from 70 to 75, allowing our most experienced and effective justices to keep doing the work they’re still capable of handling. 70 ain’t what it used to be!

Election Day: May 16, 2026

Early Vote: May 2-9, 2026 (except Sunday, May 3)

What is Constitutional Amendment 5?

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Raise the mandatory retirement age for judges from 70 to 75

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Let voters decide who stays on the job.

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Preserve the wisdom and experience of competent judges

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No added costs to the state retirement system

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Supreme Court oversight remains

Why vote YES?

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People are working longer and living healthier lives.

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Life expectancy is at an all-time high.

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Eliminates age & gender bias.

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19 states have no retirement age, including many Southern states.

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Federal judges serve for life.

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Retired judges over 70 already serve in Louisiana by appointment of the Supreme Court.

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Women are a growing part of the bench.

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Many women delay their careers to raise families and live longer. 

Testimonials

Experience matters on the bench. Judges bring decades of legal knowledge, sound judgment, and real-world perspective to every case they hear. Preserving that experience ensures our courts continue to benefit from wisdom earned over time, leading to more thoughtful decisions, greater consistency, and a stronger justice system for everyone.

“I'm all for fresh ideas in the legislature, but I need to know the Judges know what they're doing!”

— Suzy M.

“People have trusted these justices for years, so imposing an arbitrary expiration date just doesn't align with what our Louisiana needs.”

— Scott S.

Endorse the Amendment:

By signing below, I endorse Louisiana Constitutional Amendment 5, which raises the judicial retirement age to 75 and strengthens protections for the integrity of our courts. I also authorize the use of my name and likeness by the campaign for the purpose of publicly demonstrating support for this amendment.