A special three-day filing period will be held Wednesday, August 14 through Friday, August 16 to allow citizens to run for elected office for positions without candidates.
When to File
Online filing:
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Begins at 9:00 am Wednesday, August 14
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Closes promptly at 4:00 pm Friday, August 16
In person filing
Begins at 8:00 am Wednesday, August 14
Closes prompty at 4:30 pm Friday, August 16
By fax or email:
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Begins at 8:00 am Wednesday, August 14
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Must be received in the Auditor's Office by 4:30 pm on Friday, August 16
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360.786.5223 or Elections@co.thurston.wa.us
Download Declaration of Candidacy Form:
Benefits of Online Filing
Email notifications:
- When filing is approved
- If another candidate files for the same position
- Whether candidate participates in the Primary or General Election
- Local voters' pamphlet statements and photos submitted online
Responsibilities
Make sure you:
- Read all instructions carefully
- Pay your nonrefundable filing fee:
- Online with Visa, Mastercard, American Express
- At the Thurston County Auditor's Office with cash/check
- File before the deadlines:
- Online filing closes promptly at 4:00 pm Friday, August 16
- In person filing closes promptly at 4:30 pm Friday, August 16
- Mailed filings must be in our office by 4:30 pm Friday, August 16
If you need assistance or have any questions:
- Contact our office at 360.786.5408 or
- Deaf & Hard-of-Hearing: 711 Washington Relay
All information provided is public record.