Denver Campaign Finance Disclosure Portal
In Denver, Colorado, candidates, committees and certain political committees must file campaign finance disclosure reports with the city according to municipal rules and the Elections Division filing procedures. This guide explains what to file, who must file, how to submit disclosures through the official portal, and the practical steps to stay compliant with Denver reporting requirements. Use the official filing page linked below to begin electronic submissions and to find authorized forms and instructions. For questions about local campaign finance rules, contact the Elections Division or the City Clerk as listed in Help and Support.
What to file
Denver requires periodic campaign finance disclosure reports that summarize contributions, expenditures, in-kind donations and loans for candidate and political committees. Filers should verify which report schedule applies to their office or committee and whether additional reports are required before elections.
- Periodic disclosure reports for contributions and expenditures
- Itemized schedules for donors and payees where thresholds apply
- Pre-election and post-election statements when required
- Reports showing aggregated receipts and disbursements
Where and how to file
File electronically using the City of Denver campaign finance filing portal and follow the Elections Division instructions for account setup, uploading PDFs or entering transactions online. The official campaign finance information and portal are maintained by the Denver Elections Division here[1]. If the portal requires a signed PDF or additional documentation, upload the file as directed by the portal instructions.
Penalties & Enforcement
Enforcement of campaign finance disclosure in Denver is administered by the Elections Division and may involve review, administrative fines or referral to the City Attorney for further action. Specific monetary fines, daily penalty rates, escalation of penalties for repeat or continuing violations, and exact procedures for seizure or injunctive relief are not specified on the cited Elections Division page; consult the Elections Division contact for current sanction details.[1]
- Fine amounts: not specified on the cited page
- Escalation for repeat or continuing violations: not specified on the cited page
- Non-monetary remedies: administrative orders, referral to City Attorney or court actions (not fully detailed on cited page)
- Enforcer: Denver Elections Division and related city enforcement offices
Applications & Forms
The Elections Division publishes required forms and filing instructions on the official campaign finance page and the filing portal. Specific form names or form numbers are provided on the portal or on the Elections Division resource pages; if no form number appears, the portal acts as the required electronic form. Check the portal for any filing fees and electronic submission steps.
Common violations
- Failure to file a required periodic disclosure
- Incomplete or missing itemization of contributions
- Accepting contributions in excess of applicable limits where local rules apply
Action steps
- Create an account on the Denver campaign finance filing portal
- Gather receipts, donor details and invoices for the reporting period
- Prepare and upload the report or enter transactions electronically
- Pay any administrative fines or fees if assessed, following the Elections Division instructions
FAQ
- Who must file campaign finance reports in Denver?
- Candidates for municipal office, political committees and entities that meet local filing thresholds must file; confirm your status with the Elections Division.
- When are reports due?
- Reporting schedules vary by election cycle and office; check the portal schedule for pre-election and post-election deadlines.
- Is electronic filing required?
- Yes, the Elections Division uses an electronic filing portal as the primary submission method for reports.
How-To
- Create a filer account on the official Denver campaign finance portal.
- Collect transaction records, receipts and donor information for the reporting period.
- Complete the electronic report fields or upload the required PDF schedules per portal instructions.
- Review the report for accuracy, submit before the deadline and retain confirmation of filing.
Key Takeaways
- Use the official Denver filing portal to submit campaign finance reports.
- Monitor filing deadlines and pre/post-election schedules closely.
- Contact the Elections Division for questions or to confirm filing obligations.