The last day to apply for a civilian absentee ballot is May 10. If there is a chance you will not be able to vote on Primary Election Day (May 17th, 2011) you should cast your vote by absentee. Do you know someone who will be needing an absentee? A student, a truck driver, a doctor or nurse who may be on call and get called in, someone who has trouble getting around, or someone going on vacation.