Candidates planning to run for office in this year must file Monday, May 14 through Friday, May 18. Online candidate filing is the most convenient option.
During filing week, candidates have three ways to file for office:
- • Online starting at 9 a.m. Monday, May 14 until 4 p.m., Friday, May 18. Candidates may file online 24 hours a day.
- • In-person from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily, Monday, May 14 through Friday, May 18. Candidates who choose to file in-person use designated computers at the King County Elections Department headquarters, 919 SW Grady Way, Renton, WA.
- • By mail until May 18. Filings made by mail must be received no later than 4:30 p.m. on May 18, regardless of postmark.
Candidates can sign up for notifications by email or text to get alerts about deadlines and other candidate-related information.
For more information visit https://www.kingcounty.gov/depts/elections.aspx or call (206) 296-1565.
