When do florida absentee ballots get mailed out
In Florida, absentee ballots are typically mailed out to eligible voters about 45 days before the election. However, the exact timing may vary depending on the election and the county's absentee ballot process.
For the 2022 primary election, absentee ballots were mailed out to eligible voters on July 22, 2022.
For the 2022 general election, absentee ballots are expected to be mailed out to eligible voters on September 24, 2022.
Here's a general outline of the absentee ballot process in Florida:
- Request period: Eligible voters can request an absentee ballot by mail, online, or in person during the designated request period, which typically starts about 45 days before the election.
- Ballot preparation: The county elections office prepares the absentee ballots and sends them to voters who have requested them.
- Mailing: Absentee ballots are mailed to voters about 45 days before the election.
- Return deadline: Absentee ballots must be returned to the county elections office by the designated deadline, which is usually 7-10 days before the election.
- Counting: Absentee ballots are counted on Election Day, along with in-person votes.
To request an absentee ballot in Florida, you can:
- Complete the online request form on the Florida Department of State's website.
- Download and complete the absentee ballot request form (Form DS-DE 135) and mail it to your county elections office.
- Contact your county elections office to request an absentee ballot by phone or in person.
Remember to check with your county elections office for specific deadlines and requirements for requesting and returning absentee ballots.