Texas § SD.5003.054 - PLACING CANDIDATE ON BALLOT
Full text of Texas The Texas Constitution § SD.5003.054 — PLACING CANDIDATE ON BALLOT, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ SD.5003.054. PLACING CANDIDATE ON BALLOT
PLACING CANDIDATE ON BALLOT; QUALIFICATIONS. (a) A person qualified under this section to be a candidate for the office of commissioner may file an application with the board to have the person's name placed on the ballot. The application must be filed not later than 5 p.m. of the 45th day before the election date for that office. (b) The application must include an affidavit made by the applicant under oath disclosing that the applicant is: (1) a bona fide resident of: (A) if the applicant seeks to represent a precinct, the precinct that the person seeks to represent; or (B) if the applicant seeks to represent the port authority at large, the port authority; and (2) a qualified voter who owns real property in the area. (c) If the application is timely filed in proper form, the board shall place the applicant's name on the official ballot. Added by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 920 (H.B. 3166 ), Sec. 1.04, eff. April 1, 2009. Amended by: Acts 2025, 89th Leg., R.S., Ch. 501 (S.B. 1733 ), Sec. 3, eff. June 20, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions About Texas § SD.5003.054
What does The Texas Constitution § SD.5003.054 cover?
Section SD.5003.054 ("PLACING CANDIDATE ON BALLOT") is part of the The Texas Constitution, the codified statutory law of Texas. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Texas § SD.5003.054?
A common citation format is "The Texas Constitution § SD.5003.054" (Texas). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Texas law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Texas official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Texas attorney.
How does Texas § SD.5003.054 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Texas can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Texas.