Texas Voting Guide
By Christie Nicholson, J.D. | Legally reviewed by FindLaw Staff | Last reviewed April 26, 2024
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Welcome to FindLaw's Texas Voter Guide. In this article, you'll find answers to your questions about voting in the next Texas election. We'll examine voter eligibility, registration deadlines, absentee voting, the voter registration process, mail-in and in-person voting, special accommodations for disabled Texas voters, and what you can do if you see illegal activity at the polls.
The voting process can be confusing for American voters. The rules vary by state. Learn about the general election information you'll need in our Texas Voting Guide and be ready to make your vote count.
If you’re a Texan and unfamiliar with your state’s voting laws, FindLaw is here to help. Whether you vote Democrat or Republican, you should know Texas’s voting eligibility and other requirements before election day.
Some of the frequently asked questions (FAQ) Texas voters have include:
- Can I submit an absentee ballot?
- Does my state allow early voting?
- Do I have to vote in a Texas primary election?
- Do election officials allow mail-in ballots?
- Can someone vote if they don't speak English?
- Does the Senate have special rules for voters with disabilities?
FindLaw's Texas Voter Guide will help answer these questions and much more.
Who can vote in Texas?
Not everybody who lives in Texas can vote. The county election offices police the polling places to ensure that only registered voters participate in elections.
To be eligible to vote in Texas, you must be:
- A U.S. citizen
- A legal resident of Texas and the precinct where you intend to vote
- At least 18 years old on election day
According to Texas law, you can pre-register to vote if you are 17 years and 10 months old.
The following individuals cannot vote in Texas:
- Felons: The state will restore your voting rights once you complete your sentence, parole, and probation
- The mentally incompetent: You cannot vote if the courts have declared you to be fully or partially mentally incompetent
If you aren’t sure if you can vote, check your status on the Texas Secretary of State's website.
Where Do I Vote?
You can visit the My Voting Portal website to locate your county's most convenient polling place.
How To Register in Texas
There are many ways to register to vote in Texas. These include registering:
Texas Voting Resources
Your vote counts. Take the time to learn how and when to vote.
