Similar to the major party petitions for nomination, independent candidates now have the opportunity to gather signatures to have their name placed on the ballot for the General Election in November.
Beginning tomorrow, Tuesday, March 27, 2012, individuals with no party affiliation now have the opportunity to seek the required number of signatures to have their name appear on the General Election Ballot in November.
In most cases, the signature requirements are 5% of the number of votes cast in that race at the most recent General Election, (2010).
For complete signature requirements, forms, and other documents, they can be downloaded at www.dekalbclerk.com and then click on “Elections.”
The filing period for individuals wishing to seek nomination as an independent candidate is June 18 – June 25, 2012.
For more information and the complete General Election Calendar, please contact the Election’s Office at 815.895.7147 or visit them online at www.dekalbclerk.com.
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