Candidate Filing Information

For information about filing online,
Get the State Candidate Guide here!

File for office here. (Link will only be active during the filing period)

Remember, Candidates also need to file with the PDC.


Candidate Filing Week is May 5 through 9, 2025 (NOW COMPLETED)


What are the required qualifications to be a candidate?

You must be a registered voter and possess the qualifications specified by law. Most offices require the candidate to be registered within the district. Exceptions are US Congress and Superior Court.

If a candidate must be selected by voters from a geographic subdivision of a jurisdiction in the primary, the candidate must be properly registered to vote within that subdivision (RCW 29A.24.075).

When can I file for office?

Candidates may submit by mail

April 21

Online filing begins

May 5, 8:00 a.m.

In-person filing begins

May 5, 8:00 a.m.

Online filing ends

May 9, 5:00 p.m.

All candidate filing ends

May 9, 5:00 p.m.

Last day to withdraw from ballot

May 12, 5:00 p.m.

                 Deadline to submit Voters' Pamphlet profile

                 (Statement, Biography, and Photo

May 20, 5:00 p.m.



A Declaration of Candidacy may be withdrawn by submitting a written request for withdrawal to the Elections Office no later than 5:00 p.m. on the Monday following the last day that candidates may file. If this deadline is missed, you cannot receive an extension. Filing fees are non-refundable. 

Withdrawal of Candidacy Form

Lot Draw Order

Your position on the ballot will be determined by a lot drawing. The Lot Draw will be held after close of business on Friday, May 9th, shortly after 5:00 p.m. in the Elections and Voter Registration Office, lower level of the Clallam County Courthouse, 223 E 4th St, Room 042.

Click on the links below for more Candidate Filing Information