Manor, TX · Travis County
Certificate of Withdrawal
This certificate lets a candidate formally withdraw from an election and records the election details; the withdrawing candidate completes and signs it for the relevant political subdivision, county, or party.
- 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 Certificate of Withdrawal records a candidate’s decision to withdraw from an election, along with the office sought, the entity conducting the election, and the election date. The form includes an acknowledgment for the withdrawing candidate and an officer’s signature and commission-expiration details. Use it when a candidate is withdrawing candidacy; the form cites Section 145.001 of the Texas Election Code and identifies the political subdivision, county, or party connected with the election.
Who needs it
A candidate who wants to withdraw from an election and provide the relevant political subdivision, county, or party with a signed withdrawal certificate needs this form.
Why it needs a notary
The form carries an acknowledgment block, and the withdrawing candidate signs or acknowledges the instrument before the notarial officer who completes it.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Certificate of Withdrawal PDF.
- 2
Fill In the Details
Enter the candidate’s name, office sought, election-conducting entity, and election date.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a session with a commissioned online notary.
- 4
Sign on Video
Meet the notary online and complete the acknowledgment as directed.
- 5
Submit to the City
Submit the completed certificate to the appropriate election authority.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Manor. 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 complete the Certificate of Withdrawal?
- Enter the office sought, election-conducting entity, and election date, then complete the acknowledgment with the withdrawing candidate and notarial officer.
- Do I need to sign the form before a notary?
- Yes. The form contains an acknowledgment block for the withdrawing candidate and spaces for the officer’s signature, title, and commission expiration.
- Can I use an online notary for this form?
- Texas has authorized remote online notarization since 2018 under Government Code Chapter 406, Subchapter C. Texas also recognizes acknowledgments taken by notaries of other states under CPRC §121.001.
- Where should I submit the completed certificate?
- The form identifies the political subdivision, county, or party conducting the election. Confirm with the city if unsure where to submit your completed certificate.