Bridgeport, WV · Harrison County
Notice of Withdrawal of Candidacy
The Notice of Withdrawal of Candidacy lets a candidate request removal from an election ballot and is filed with the municipal recorder or clerk when the candidate is on a municipality’s ballot.
- 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
This form notifies the appropriate filing office that a candidate is no longer running and requests that the candidate’s name be removed from the ballot. Candidates on a municipal ballot file it with the Municipal Recorder’s or Clerk’s Office. The form states different receipt deadlines for primary and general elections, so candidates should check the applicable deadline and filing office before submitting it.
Who needs it
A candidate on a municipality’s ballot who wants to withdraw from the election and request removal of their name must complete and file this notice.
Why it needs a notary
The form has an acknowledgment block; the candidate signs the withdrawal notice before the notary, who completes the acknowledgment and commission expiration information.
How to get this notarized
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Download the Form
Get the Notice of Withdrawal of Candidacy form and review its filing instructions and election deadlines.
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Fill In Your Details
Enter your name, committee, election year and type, office sought, district or division, and other requested information.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange an online notarization with a commissioned online notary before signing.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign the form during the online session so the notary can complete the acknowledgment.
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Submit to the City
File the completed form with the Municipal Recorder’s or Clerk’s Office by the applicable deadline.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Bridgeport. 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 file a Notice of Withdrawal of Candidacy in Bridgeport?
- Complete the form, sign it before a notary, and file it with the Municipal Recorder’s or Clerk’s Office if you are on a municipality’s ballot. Check the form’s deadline for your election.
- Do I need to sign this form in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form says the candidate’s signature must be notarized and includes an acknowledgment for the notary to complete.
- Can I sign the withdrawal form with an online notary?
- West Virginia law authorizes remote online and remote ink notarization under W. Va. Code §39-4-37 and §39-4-38. For remote acts, the notary must be registered with the Secretary of State.
- Where do I submit the form, and what if I am unsure?
- The form directs municipal candidates to the Municipal Recorder’s or Clerk’s Office. Filing offices depend on the race; confirm with the city or county clerk if unsure.