Form ELECT-705 Emergency Absentee Ballot Application - Virginia

What Is Form ELECT-705?

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

FAQ

Q: What is the ELECT-705 Emergency Absentee Ballot Application?
A: The ELECT-705 Emergency Absentee Ballot Application is a form used in Virginia to request an emergency absentee ballot.

Q: Who can use the ELECT-705 Emergency Absentee Ballot Application?
A: Any registered voter in Virginia who meets the criteria for emergency absentee voting can use the ELECT-705 form.

Q: What is an emergency absentee ballot?
A: An emergency absentee ballot is a way for eligible voters who are unable to go to the polls on Election Day due to a last-minute emergency to still cast their vote.

Q: What qualifies as a last-minute emergency for emergency absentee voting?
A: Examples of emergencies that may qualify for emergency absentee voting include hospitalization, illness or disability, or a death in the voter's immediate family.

Q: How do I apply for an emergency absentee ballot using the ELECT-705 form?
A: To apply for an emergency absentee ballot, you need to complete the ELECT-705 form, including providing details about your emergency and the reason you cannot go to the polls on Election Day.

Q: When should I submit my completed ELECT-705 Emergency Absentee Ballot Application?
A: It is recommended to submit your completed ELECT-705 Emergency Absentee Ballot Application as soon as possible, but no later than 7 days before the election.

Q: Can I submit my ELECT-705 Emergency Absentee Ballot Application electronically?
A: Yes, you can submit your completed ELECT-705 Emergency Absentee Ballot Application electronically by fax or email, as long as it is received by the deadline.

Q: What happens after I submit my completed ELECT-705 Emergency Absentee Ballot Application?
A: Once your completed ELECT-705 Emergency Absentee Ballot Application is received and approved, you will be sent an emergency absentee ballot, which you can fill out and return to vote.

Q: How do I return my completed emergency absentee ballot?
A: You can return your completed emergency absentee ballot by mail or by hand-delivering it to your local election office or polling place. The specific instructions will be provided with the ballot.

Q: What is the deadline for returning my completed emergency absentee ballot?
A: Your completed emergency absentee ballot must be received by your local election office by the close of polls on Election Day.