Must be 18 years old as of date of the general election; resident in the territorial jurisdiction of the court; registered elector in the territorial jurisdiction of the court
Filing Requirements
Complete a nominating petition and statement of candidacy. There is a $80 filing fee. A candidate running in a major party must collect 50 valid signatures. A candidate running in a minor party must collect 25 signatures. Independent and nonpartisan candidates must collect 50 valid signatures, unless otherwise provided in law.. Check with your local County Board of Elections for petition and additional information. You can find your county board of elections information at https://www.sos.state.oh.us/elections/elections-officials/county-boards-of-elections-directory/
Paperwork Instructions
Submit paperwork to the County Board of Elections' office.