Form 5-16 Application for Emergency Early Voting Ballot Due to Death in the Family - Texas (English / Spanish)

What Is Form 5-16?

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 the Form 5-16?
A: Form 5-16 is an application for an emergency early voting ballot in Texas.

Q: What is an emergency early voting ballot?
A: An emergency early voting ballot allows you to vote early if you have a death in the family.

Q: Who can use Form 5-16?
A: Any eligible voter in Texas can use Form 5-16 if they have a death in the family.

Q: Is Form 5-16 available in English and Spanish?
A: Yes, Form 5-16 is available in both English and Spanish.

Q: When is Form 5-16 due?
A: Form 5-16 is due by 5:00 PM on the day before the election.

Q: What happens after I submit Form 5-16?
A: After you submit Form 5-16, you will receive an emergency early voting ballot that you can use to vote.

Q: Can I submit Form 5-16 by email?
A: No, you must submit Form 5-16 by mail, fax, or in person.

Q: Can I use Form 5-16 for any reason?
A: No, you can only use Form 5-16 if there has been a death in your family.

Q: Can I use Form 5-16 to vote on Election Day?
A: No, Form 5-16 is only for early voting and cannot be used on Election Day.