Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers for filers

Browse by topic. Each section includes answers to common questions, with a few examples shown below.

Basic Information about Statements

  • Why is this required?
  • Where is this law found?
  • Are they public records?

Filer Information

  • Who files?
  • Do I have to file?
  • Does XYZ candidate have to file?

General Information

  • Why last year's information?
  • Is this the campaign finance report?
  • Must I file more than one statement?

Filing Deadlines and Penalties

  • What is my filing deadline?
  • What if someone doesn't file?

Filing Fees and Late Fees

  • What is the fee for filing?
  • What are the late filing fees?

Identifying Information

  • What is my "status"?
  • Should I use my legal or my ballot name?

Income

  • Is XYZ income?
  • Do I disclose this source?

Gifts

  • Do I disclose XYZ gift?
  • What about gifts from friends or family?

Meals and Travel Expenses

  • Is XYZ travel or a gift?
  • Are registration fees travel expenses?

Immediate Family/Business Names

  • Is XYZ my family member?
  • Personal name or business name?

Investments and Fiduciary Interests

  • Is XYZ an investment?
  • Trusts? Crypto?

Creditors

  • Is XYZ a creditor?
  • Credit cards? Loans? Contractors?

Debtors

  • Is XYZ a debtor?
  • Even family?

Land (Real Estate) in Ohio

  • Do I list my home?
  • Rental properties? Vacation properties?

Non-Disputed Information

  • What is “non-disputed information”?

After the Statement is Filed

  • Can I amend my statement?
  • Can you request additional information?

Financial Disclosure Statements Frequently Asked Questions Fact Sheet

A downloadable Fact Sheet featuring these questions and answers can be found in our Financial Disclosure Statements Frequently Asked Questions Fact Sheet.