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Party Affiliation in Primaries
If you are running in a Democratic primary, state law requires that you are registered as a Democrat for the 365 days BEFORE the beginning of the applicable qualifying period.
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Candidate Oath
State law requires that all candidates at the time of qualifying subscribe to an oath that they are qualified electors of their county. In order to be a qualified elector, one must be a resident of Florida and the county wherein he or she registers to vote. The oath also provides that the candidate is qualified for the office being sought. However, this oath is considered prospective in nature – it becomes effective at the time of assuming office, unless otherwise provided for constitutionally, legislatively or judicially. Learn more about the qualifying process Federal Candidates: Qualifying for the Ballot.
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General Residency Guidance
Unless otherwise provided for constitutionally, legislatively or judicially, any residency requirement for an elected office must be met at the time of assuming office. For example, the Florida Constitution stipulates the Governor must have resided in the state for 7 years by time of election (November of election year), not by the time of assuming office (January of following year).
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Continuous Residency
Any residency requirement for an office is a continuous one. Failure to maintain the residency throughout the term results in vacancy in office.
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Learn more on Florida Division of Elections Residency Qualifications For Elected Office.
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