California law closely regulates various aspects of political campaigns. Visit the Fair Political Practices Commission’s website for information about:

• Campaign Finance Filing Deadlines
• Campaign Reporting Forms / Manuals
• Fast Facts – FAQs & Where to File Campaign Finance Reports
• Donor Disclosure for Multi-Purpose Organizations Spending in California Elections
• Political Advertisement Disclaimer Charts
• Secretary of State Link

The FPPC also has a list of local campaign ordinances.