The 3rd Circuit in Illinois is part of the Fifth Judicial District.

The following judicial races will appear on the 2012 ballot in the 3rd Circuit:

Appellate Court

- Donovan Vacancy (Fifth Appellate District)

Circuit Court

- Romani Vacancy (Circuitwide)

Retentions

The following judicial retention candidates (yes or no) will appear on the November ballot:

- Melissa Ann Chapman (Appellate)

- Ann E. Callis (Circuit)

- John Knight (Circuit)

- Barbara L. Crowder (Circuit)

- Dave Hylla (Circuit)

The following counties comprise the 3rd Circuit:

• Bond
• Madison