Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. No contributions can be received or expenditures made unless both positions are filled.

There is no limit, however, if the aggregate amount is in excess of $100, it cannot be cash.

Yes, the “disclaimer” notice applies to all general public political advertising.

Yes, the disclaimer requirement does not apply to bumper stickers, pins, buttons, pens, and similar items upon which the statement cannot be conveniently printed.

Yes, if you are an active candidate on the ballot for the existing election year and did not complete the Waiver of Expense Affidavit or are a committee supporting such candidate. However, committees or candidates which remain active but are dormant, such as when an incumbent is not a candidate in a given year, may fulfill their obligations by filing only an Annual Report.

When you are no longer on the ballot or considered a candidate and have achieved a zero cash balance. If a cash balance exists that you wish to dispose of, you may do so by contributing same to any other political committee.

Yes, signatures of both the candidate and treasurer must be notarized.

Yes, they become public information and are available for inspection or copying in our office during normal business hours.

Yes, the fee is $10 for each day or part of a day excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays that a report is overdue. An additional fee of $10 is due for each of the first six days that a report is overdue. The maximum fee payable for a single report is $250.