THE APEX TIMES
Fayette County Clerk Susan Lamb reminds voters absentee ballot requests close Oct. 20
The Fayette County Clerk’s Office says residents must request absentee ballots by the Oct. 20 deadline at 11:59 p.m. to be considered for the general election.
Fayette County Clerk Susan Lamb has reminded voters that requests for absentee ballots must be submitted by Oct. 20 at 11:59 p.m., ahead of the general election voting period.
In an update shared by her office, Lamb urged residents who plan to vote by mail to submit their absentee ballot requests before the deadline, noting the request cutoff is fixed and time-sensitive.
The reminder comes as election officials across Kentucky continue encouraging voters to complete paperwork early, particularly for ballots requested by mail. The clerk’s message highlights that the deadline is tied to the submission time, not when ballots are received.
For Fayette County voters, Lamb’s notice is intended to reduce the risk of missed deadlines and ensure the county can process absentee ballot requests on schedule.
Election timelines for absentee voting depend on prompt requests and administrative review at the county level. By emphasizing the Oct. 20, 11:59 p.m. cutoff, the clerk’s office is directing voters to complete the initial step in advance of later ballot distribution and return deadlines.
The Fayette County Clerk’s Office said voters should plan accordingly to meet the request deadline and avoid last-minute issues that could affect whether an absentee ballot request is accepted.
Why It Matters
- The Oct. 20, 11:59 p.m. cutoff affects whether voters’ absentee ballot requests can be processed in time.
- Missing the request deadline can prevent a voter from receiving an absentee ballot through the county’s process.
- The reminder is part of the official election administration steps that help ensure orderly ballot preparation and distribution.
- For families and households planning mail voting, the timing of the request is a key administrative checkpoint.
Key Facts
- Fayette County Clerk Susan Lamb issued a reminder to request absentee ballots ahead of a deadline.
- The absentee ballot request deadline is Oct. 20 at 11:59 p.m.
- The reminder is directed at Fayette County residents planning to vote by mail.
- Lamb’s notice emphasizes that the request submission must occur before the stated cutoff time.