Form 2-16 Declaration of Write-In Candidacy for General Election for State and County Officers - Texas (English / Spanish)

Form 2-16 Declaration of Write-In Candidacy for General Election for State and County Officers - Texas (English / Spanish)

What Is Form 2-16?

This is a legal form that was released by the Texas Secretary of State - a government authority operating within Texas. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.

FAQ

Q: What is Form 2-16?
A: Form 2-16 is a declaration of write-in candidacy for general election for state and county officers in Texas.

Q: Who can use Form 2-16?
A: Any individual who wishes to run as a write-in candidate for state or county office in Texas can use Form 2-16.

Q: What is a write-in candidate?
A: A write-in candidate is someone who is not listed on the official ballot but wants to run for office by asking voters to physically write their name on the ballot.

Q: What is the purpose of Form 2-16?
A: The purpose of Form 2-16 is to officially declare a person's intent to be a write-in candidate for a general election in Texas.

Q: Is Form 2-16 available in both English and Spanish?
A: Yes, Form 2-16 is available in both English and Spanish.

Q: Do I need to submit any additional documents with Form 2-16?
A: No, you do not need to submit any additional documents with Form 2-16.

Q: When is the deadline to submit Form 2-16?
A: The deadline to submit Form 2-16 depends on the specific election and is usually specified by the Texas Secretary of State.

Q: Can I submit Form 2-16 electronically?
A: No, Form 2-16 must be submitted in paper form. Electronic submissions are not accepted.

Q: What happens after I submit Form 2-16?
A: After you submit Form 2-16, the election authorities will review your declaration and determine if you are eligible to be a write-in candidate.

Q: Can I run as a write-in candidate for any office using Form 2-16?
A: No, Form 2-16 is specifically for state and county offices. For other offices, different forms may be required.

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Form Details:

  • Released on June 1, 2022;
  • The latest edition provided by the Texas Secretary of State;
  • Easy to use and ready to print;
  • Quick to customize;
  • Compatible with most PDF-viewing applications;
  • Fill out the form in our online filing application.

Download a fillable version of Form 2-16 by clicking the link below or browse more documents and templates provided by the Texas Secretary of State.

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