Chapters 105 and 130 of the Revised Missouri Statutes cover the campaign finance disclosures and further specify rules governing support and opposition of election issues.  Please refer to these chapters for specific guidance.

Campaign finance forms are available in the County Clerk’s Office or on-line at

Follow important links listed below for more information.

Missouri Ethics Commission

Declaration of Candidacy -April

Example- Certification of Sample Ballot

Form 5120

Notice to Candidate

Committee Registration or Amendment Packet

Financial Disclosure for Political Subdivisions

Although every citizen has the right to free speech, there are rules governing printed materials.  Any person publishing, circulating, or distributing any printed matter relative to any candidate for public office or any ballot measure shall on the face of the printed matter, identify in a clear and conspicuous manner, the person who paid for the printed matter with the words “Paid for by” followed by the proper identification of the sponsor.

For more information contact the County Clerk at 660-542-0615 or the Missouri Ethics Commission at 800-392-8660.