RUNNING FOR OFFICE
The information contained here is intended to provide guidance for those who are preparing to circulate petitions and is not to be used as a substitute for consulting the Election Law for specific petition requirements. Please refer to the Official Political Calendar for all filing dates.Qualifications
View a table with the required citizenship, age, residency and statute to hold a statewide office.
Filing Dates
Please refer to the Official 2026 Political Calendar for all filing dates.
GUIDANCE – Petition Information
VIEW RUNNING FOR OFFICE GUIDANCE
General Petition Guidance
WHERE TO FILE – Please contact Lewis County Board of Elections at (315) 376-5329
Candidate Specific Guidance
Important – Rules & Regulations
The information is intended to provide guidance for those who are preparing to circulate petitions and is not to be used as a substitute for consulting NYS Election Law for specific requirements.