Voting & Election FAQs
Both the State and County governments are responsible for elections in California and our state has adopted many ways to make voting easy. ​​
How do I register to vote by mail?
Vote by mail is permanent, every registered voter will be sent a vote-by-mail ballot
By when do I have to mail my ballot?
Your ballot needs to be postmarked on or before Election day
Can I vote earlier than election day?
California has early voting, you don’t have to wait until election day to vote.
Can I drop my vote-by-mail ballot in person?
Drop it at a secure ballot drop box, a voting location, or your county elections office
What do in-person voting locations offer?
Accessible voting machines and language assistance
Who can register?
You have the right to vote if you are:
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A United States citizen and a resident of California,
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18 years old or older on Election Day
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NEW! 16-17 yo can vote for OUSD Board (in Oakland)
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Not currently serving a state or federal prison term for the conviction of a felony, and
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Not currently found mentally incompetent to vote by a court
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Can I vote if I have a criminal history?
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Have questions as or about a conservatee?
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Please call the Disability Rights California Voting Hotline at (888) 569-7955.
Where can I check my registration?
What can I check?
The website will show you the following:
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If you are registered to vote.
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Where you are registered to vote.
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Your political party preference.
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Your language preference for election materials.
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The status of your vote-by-mail or provisional ballot.
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