Have you announced your candidacy and filed the required campaign finance forms?
Yes, continue to Step 1.
No, I need to become a candidate.
Steps
Step 1: Eligibility for write-in
Candidates must meet the basic qualifications for office.
Any person who wishes to be a write-in candidate for any office greater than a county office must file an Affidavit of Intent with the Colorado Secretary of State. [ 1]
Proof of registration and affiliation qualifications will be as shown on the voter registration books of the county clerk and recorder. [ 2]
Step 2: Submit affidavit of intent
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Complete the Affidavit of Intent for Write-In form.
The form must be filed no later than by the close of business 110 days before the general election. [ 3]
- Mail, hand deliver, email, or fax to:
Colorado Secretary of State
Attention: Ballot Access
1700 Broadway, Suite 550
Denver CO, 80290
Email: ballot.access@coloradosos.gov
Fax: 303-869-4861
Step 3: Name placed on eligible write-in list for the primary or general election
[ 1] 1-4-1101, C.R.S.
[ 2] 1-4-501(1), C.R.S.
[ 3] 1-4-1101(1) & 1-4-1102(1), C.R.S.