Form 4-E Minor Political Party Nominating Petition and Statement of Candidacy for State Office (Other Than Governor / Lieutenant Governor and Supreme Court) - Ohio

What Is Form 4-E?

This is a legal form that was released by the Ohio Secretary of State - a government authority operating within Ohio. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.

FAQ

Q: What is Form 4-E?A: Form 4-E is a document used for submitting a minor political party nominating petition and statement of candidacy for state office in Ohio.

Q: Who can use Form 4-E?A: Form 4-E can be used by individuals representing minor political parties who wish to nominate candidates for state office in Ohio, excluding the positions of Governor/Lieutenant Governor and Supreme Court.

Q: What is a minor political party?A: A minor political party is a political party other than the major parties (Democratic and Republican) that is recognized by the state.

Q: What is a nominating petition?A: A nominating petition is a document that gathers signatures from registered voters to endorse a candidate for office.

Q: What information is required on Form 4-E?A: Form 4-E requires information about the candidate, political party, the office being sought, and signatures of registered voters in support of the nomination.

Q: Are there specific rules regarding the number of signatures needed on the nominating petition?A: Yes, there are specific rules in Ohio determining the number of valid signatures needed for a minor political party candidate to be listed on the ballot. These requirements vary depending on the office being sought.

Q: What is the deadline for submitting Form 4-E?A: The deadline for submitting Form 4-E, along with the required signatures, is typically determined by the Ohio Secretary of State's office and can vary depending on the election cycle.