This article proposes an analysis of the notion of "autonomy" based on the example of gestures on the day of the vote by people living with physical disabilities. It shows that disability is indicative of a normative creative innovation regarding participation in social and civic life. This disrupt in electoral institutions will help to bring to light seven aspects of autonomy. The article is based on a participatory research conducted by the Handéo association concerning the French presidential and legislative elections of 2017.