What are the rules regarding campaign finance limits?
In North Carolina, the rules surrounding campaign finance limits are established by the State Board of Elections. All people and entities engaging in a contribution to a political campaign, an expenditure or a loan to a candidate for political office, or a political committee, must abide by these limits. The overall state limit for contributions from individuals to a particular candidate is $5,400. This limit extends to contributions from committees, party organizations, corporations, and labor organizations as well. In addition to the overall limits, there are certain other limits that apply to contributions for a particular election. Contribution limits for each election are based on the type of election being conducted and the office sought. The contribution limits for a primary election, general election, or special election are set in the statute. Finally, in addition to the overall and election-specific contributions limits, there are certain other limits on contributions that a particular individual or organization can make in a given calendar year. For a single candidate, contributors are limited to $10,000 in contributions, loans, and transfers in a calendar year, with a maximum of $4,000 for a primary election and $6,000 for a general election. Campaign finance limits are established in order to protect our democratic process and ensure fair elections. All candidates and organizations engaging in political activity in North Carolina must be aware of and abide by these limits. Failure to do so can result in fines and civil penalties.
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