How Do You Run For Governor Of New Mexico?
Running for governor of New Mexico requires candidates to follow the schedule and rules as set forth through the New Mexico secretary of state’s office. Candidates can begin campaigning as “official” candidates only after their declaration of candidacy has been accepted by the secretary of state’s office. However, the campaign and fundraising can begin a year or more before that. A candidate’s guide outlining dates, deadlines, and required forms is released the year prior to the final election date. Check the party affiliation stated on the candidate’s certificate of voter registration. Candidates for governor run under the party affiliation listed on this certificate. Verify the deadline for changing party affiliation. If you were ever convicted of a felony, obtain a pardon or certificate from the governor’s office. Persons convicted of a felony must provide a certificate proving the completion of their sentence and receive a certificate or pardon from the governor’s office restoring
