oppose a single candidate for elective office. File the Form 496 within 24-hours of making the expenditure during the 90 days immediately preceding the election. • Form 497 – 24-hour/10-day Contribution Report: This form is filed by state and local committees making or receiving contribution(s) whose combined total is $1,000 or more in the 90 days before an election and state candidates that receive $5,000 or more at any time other than a 90-day election cycle. • Form 501 - Candidate Intention Statement: Candidates must file this form prior to accepting any campaign contributions or making any campaign expenditures.
VI.
CAMPAIGN LAWS AND REGULATIONS
There are several laws and regulations relating to the conduct of campaigns and committees. The Registrar of Voters has cited some useful codes for candidates to reference. The following information is intended to be used as reference only. Refer to the appropriate statutes, including Election and Government Codes for more information, and consult with an attorney for questions about these statutes.
Political Sign Regulations
The following guidelines pertaining to the posting of temporary political signs in San Bernardino County areas are provided to be of assistance. For more detailed information, contact your local code enforcement office.
1. County Definition of Temporary Political Signs
In unincorporated areas of the county, temporary political signs are typically identified by one of the following:
• The name or a picture of an individual seeking election or appointment to a public office. • Related to an upcoming public election or referendum. • Advocates a person, group, or party’s political views or policies.
2. County Permitted Uses of Temporary Political Signs
Temporary political signs placed in unincorporated areas of the county are subject to specific requirements. Listed below are some rules that candidates should be aware of. According to San Bernardino County Code § 83.13.070(b)(1)(B), temporary political signs shall: • Be removed within 30 days after the same election. • Have a maximum area of 8 square feet in residential land use zoning districts, and 32 square feet in other land use zoning districts, unless the on-site sign (e.g., campaign headquarters, etc.) or is an off-site sign allowed by this Chapter. • Not be erected within a street intersection, clear sight triangle, or at a location where the sign may interfere with, obstruct the view of, or be confused with any authorized traffic sign. • Not be nailed or affixed to a tree, fence post or public utility pole and shall not be located in the public right-of-way, parkway, or on publicly owned land.
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