Learn all there is to know about running for office in Albemarle County.

Running for Office

For more information on becoming a candidate including forms, bulletins, calendars, and more, please visit the Virginia Department of Elections Candidate Information website.

Citizens who are interested in running for state or local offices in Virginia can learn more by downloading the appropriate Candidate Information Bulletin from the Department of Elections website.

Candidate Finance Reports

All candidates for office must comply with state laws regarding campaign finance and advertising.

The Virginia Department of Elections maintains online financial data for local, General Assembly, and statewide candidates who file electronically.

Information on state and local candidates may also be found at the non-profit Virginia Public Access website.

The Federal Election Commission (FEC) maintains campaign finance data for Presidential and House campaigns and candidates, as well as Senate campaign committees.

Contact

For more information contact the Virginia Department of Elections.

Virginia Department of Elections
Washington Building
1110 Bank Street, First Floor
Richmond VA 23219
Phone: 804-864-8901
Toll Free: 800-552-9745
TTY: 711
Email: info@elections.virginia.gov

Albemarle Residents needing forms or assistance may contact Erin Davis, Elections Manager at the information below. 

1600 5th Street, Extended
Charlottesville VA 22902
Phone: 434-972-4173
Fax: 434-972-4178                                                                                                                                                                                  Email: edavis@albemarle.org

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