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All filings and the appropriate filing fee go to the Missoula County Elections Office at 140 N Russell St before the close of candidate filing.
If you have any questions, please contact us directly at (406) 258-4751.
Candidate Filing - Starting Dates |
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| Candidate Type | Starting Date |
| School Filing (Election Date - 5/7/2024) | 12/14/2023 |
| Special District Filing (Election Date - 5/7/2024) | 12/14/2023 |
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County Filing (Federal Primary Election Date - 6/4/2024) |
1/11/2024 |
Candidate Filing - Closing Dates |
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| Candidate Type | Closing Date |
| School Filing (Election Date - 5/7/2024) | 3/28/2024 by 5:00 p.m. |
| Special District Filing (Election Date - 5/7/2024) | 2/12/2024 by 5:00 p.m. |
| County Filing (Federal Primary Election Date - 6/4/2024) | 3/11/2024 by 5:00 p.m. |
2024 Candidate Filing Information
School Election |
May 7, 2024 Election Date |
| FILING FORMS | |
| Declaration for Nomination and Oath of Candidacy |
School elections are nonpartisan. Party reference is not required. Please detail the position and term you are filing for on this form. |
| For additional candidate forms, please click here. | Please read our Candidate FAQ |
| Links to Maps | For specific residency requirements, contact the Elections Office via email at electioninfo@missoulacounty.us or by calling 406-258-4751. |
| CANDIDATE FILINGS | |
| Updated in real time once filing opens on Dec. 14, 2023. |
Special Districts Election |
May 7, 2024 Election Date |
| FILING FORMS | |
| Declaration for Nomination and Oath of Candidacy |
Special District elections are nonpartisan. Party reference is not required. Please detail the position and term you are filing for on this form. |
| For additional candidate forms, please click here. | Please read our Candidate FAQ |
| Links to Maps | For specific residency requirements, contact the Elections Office via email at electioninfo@missoulacounty.us or by calling 406-258-4751. |
| CANDIDATE FILINGS | |
| Updated in real time once filing opens on Dec. 14, 2023. |
County Elections |
Federal Primary - June 4, 2024 Federal General - November 5, 2024 |
| FILING FORMS | |
Declaration for Nomination and Oath of Candidacy |
Please detail the position and term you are filing for on this form. Filing Fees for County Candidates (Exact cash or check only)They are .5% of annual salary. |
| For additional candidate forms, please click here. | Please read our Candidate FAQ |
| Links to Maps | For specific residency requirements, contact the Elections Office via email at electioninfo@missoulacounty.us or by calling 406-258-4751. |
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CANDIDATE FILINGS |
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| Updated in real time once filing opens on Jan. 11, 2024. |
For additional information about candidate filing, indigent candidate filing, or payment, please contact our office at (406) 258-4751 or through email - electioninfo@missoulacounty.us.
Candidates filing for local positions, such as City, County, School and Special District seats, must file through the Missoula County election office. Click here to view current Boards and Community Council information.
Each candidate for office must affirm when filing that they meet (or will meet within constitutional and statutory deadlines) the qualifications prescribed by the Constitution and laws of the United States and the State of Montana.
Candidates should refer to the Commissioner of Political Practices for candidate financial reporting information and forms to ensure their name appears on the ballot.
Access financial campaign reports.
Campaign Sign Complaint Form and Packet - Found a campaign sign in violation of local ordinances? Read through our campaign sign packet and determine if the complaint is valid. If valid, complete the form on the first page and return it to either City or County zoning offices, or simply submit to the Elections Office.
View local elected positions and terms.
For information concerning Precinct Committeepeople, please contact your party Central Committee directly.
REQUEST FORM FOR VOTER LIST - see the Document Library for the Voter List form. The completed form can be returned via email to electioninfo@missoulacounty.us.
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