The 2022 election season is upon us. Do you need to file for a ballot by mail? Filing opened January 1 for a ballot by mail for 2022 election dates. If a voter meets one of the four conditions that prevents them from appearing in person during the early voting period or the election, they are eligible to apply for a ballot by mail. Information on applying for a ballot by mail as a Tarrant or Denton County voter can be found on our website. Voters must apply and return their application by February 18 for the March 3 primary election. For the May 7 election, the deadline for the ballot by mail application to be received is April 18. The City of Southlake General Election will be May 7. Early voting is available April 25 – May 3. More information about the general election is available online. More election information and important 2022 election dates can be found on the Texas Secretary of State website.