Candidate Information
Senate and House District seats must be filed through the Secretary of State's Office. Candidates filing for local positions, such as City, County, School, and Special District seats, must file through the Missoula County election office.
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 Practice 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.
View Precinct Committee People.
Please see the Secretary of State's comprehensive Election Calendar.
REQUEST FORM FOR VOTER LIST - please return the completed form to electioninfo@missoulacounty.us or fax to (406) 258-3913.
Candidate Filing - Starting Dates |
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| Candidate Type | Starting Date |
| School Filing, (Election Date 5/5/20) | 12/12/2019 |
| Special District Filing, (Election Date 5/5/2020) | 12/12/2019 |
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County Elected Officials Filing (Election Date 6/2/2020) |
01/09/2020 |
Candidate Filing - Closing Dates |
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| Candidate Type | Closing Date |
| School Filing, (Election Date 5/5/2020) | 03/26/2020 by 5:00 p.m. |
| Special District Filing, (Election Date 5/5/2020) | 02/10/2020 by 5:00 p.m. |
| County Election Official Filing (Election Date 6/2/2020) | 03/09/2020 by 5:00 p.m. |
2019 Candidate Filing Information
School |
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| School Election | May 5, 2020 |
| 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 at 258-4751 |
| Current List of Candidate Filings | Updated in real time. |
Special Districts |
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| Special Districts Election | May 5, 2020 |
| 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 at 258-4751 |
| Current List of Candidate Filings | Updated in real time. |
County Elected Officials and Conservation District |
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| County Primary Election | June 2, 2020 |
| Filing Forms | |
| Declaration for Nomination and Oath of Candidacy |
Please detail the position and term you are filing for on this form. Missoula County Elections Office does not accept filings for legislative or statewide office. Please contact the Secretary of State at sos.mt.gov. Filing Fees for County Elected Officials Candidates$449.90 (Except for Conservation District - no fee) |
| For additional candidate forms, please click here. | Please read our Candidate FAQ |
| Links to Maps | For specific residency requirements, contact the Elections Office at 258-4751 |
| Current List of Candidate Filings | Updated in real time. |
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