Which of the following is an accurate description of retention elections in California?

A  After appointment by the governor and the Commission on Judicial Appointments, voters decide, in nonpartisan and noncompetitive elections, whether the judge should serve another term.

B  In a retention election, the Commission on Judicial Appointments determines whether or not a judge is qualified to serve another term; two-thirds of the Commission must approve.

C  Citizens must gather enough signatures to place a judicial candidate’s name on the ballot; if they succeed, the candidate is placed before voters statewide.

D  Judicial candidates must face off in partisan, competitive elections. The winner, usually the Democratic candidate, can become a judge in the California judiciary.