Murchison, TX · Henderson County
Application For A Place On The General Election Ballot
This candidate application requests placement on a general election ballot and is filed by people seeking a city, school district, or other political subdivision office.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
The application collects a candidate’s office sought, residence and contact details, eligibility information, and sworn statements, including awareness of the nepotism law. Candidates file it with the city secretary or other appropriate filing authority to request a place on the general election ballot; the form says applications filed too early are void. The eight-page packet also includes campaign finance and fair campaign practice forms, which have separate instructions.
Who needs it
People seeking a place on a general election ballot for a city, school district, or other political subdivision office use this application.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Packet
Download the candidate information packet and identify the ballot application and any additional forms you need.
- 2
Complete The Application
Fill in all required fields, review the oath and eligibility statements, and leave the signature for the notary session.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Schedule a remote session with a commissioned online notary and have your identification and completed document ready.
- 4
Sign On Video
Sign and swear to the application during the live video session so the notary can complete the jurat.
- 5
Submit To The Filing Authority
Submit the notarized application and any required accompanying materials to the appropriate filing authority.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Murchison. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I get the candidate application notarized online?
- Complete the application, book a session with a commissioned online notary, and sign the oath during a live video session. Submit the notarized application to the appropriate filing authority.
- Do I need to sign the application in front of a notary?
- Yes. The candidate oath ends with a “Sworn to and subscribed before me” jurat, so the candidate signs and swears before a notary.
- Can I file this application with an online notarization?
- Texas has authorized remote online notarization since 2018, and Texas recognizes acknowledgments taken by notaries of other states. Filing requirements can vary; confirm with the city if unsure.
- What else is included in this eight-page packet?
- The packet includes the ballot application and instructions, plus campaign treasurer appointment and fair campaign practice forms. The fair campaign practice code is described as voluntary.
Application For A Place On The General Election Ballot in other Texas cities
Each city publishes its own version of this form. Pick the city where you’re filing.