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Your Voter Registration Certificate

After you submit your voter registration application, a voter registration certificate (your proof of registration) will be mailed to you within 30 days.

Check your certificate to be sure all information is correct. If there is a mistake, make corrections and return it to the Voter Registrar immediately.

On your registration certificate, you will see a precinct number. Your residence is located in a specific “precinct,” or area within the county where you will vote on Election Day. In some cases, precincts may be combined to accommodate joint local elections, so always consult your County Clerk or Elections Administrator in the days before an election for the address of the polling place where you’re to vote. If your county has supplied us with polling place information, you can find that information here: County Precincts and Polling Place Addresses

When you go to the polls to vote, present one of the seven (7) acceptable forms of photo ID . If you do not possess an acceptable form of photo identification and cannot reasonably obtain one, you may present a supporting form of ID (one of which is your valid voter registration certificate) and execute a Reasonable Impediment Declaration (PDF) , noting your reasonable impediment to obtaining an acceptable form of photo identification, stating that the information contained in the declaration is true, that you are the same individual personally appearing at the polling place to sign the declaration, and that you face a reasonable impediment to procuring an acceptable form of photo identification. An election official will match your name to the official list of registered voters.

For voters that applied for and received the permanent exemption from showing a photo ID based in their disability status, this status will be notated on their voter registration certificate. These voters are required to present their voter registration certificate when they go to the polls to vote.

If you lose your certificate, notify your county Voter Registrar in writing to receive a new one.

You will automatically receive a new certificate every two years if you haven’t moved from the address at which you are registered.

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Lost your voter ID? Here’s how you can still cast your ballot in NC’s elections

A ll voters are required to show ID to cast their ballot in this year’s election, but what happens if you don’t have one, or lost it?

This situation is of particular concern given the destruction wrought by Hurricane Helene last month. As much of Western North Carolina attempts to recover from the storm, voters may have lost their ID in the chaos.

State law provides exemptions to the voter ID law for victims of natural disasters.

Here’s what you need to know to make sure you can vote this year.

What IDs can be used to vote?

Voters may provide a driver’s license, passport or free voter photo ID card from their county board of elections.

The state has also approved dozens of student and public employee IDs for voting.

A full list of approved IDs can be found on the State Board of Elections’ website.

Can I still vote if I don’t have an ID?

Any voter who doesn’t have an ID can fill out an ID exception form when they go to vote.

This form provides a variety of options for voters to select as the reason why they cannot provide an ID. These include that the ID was lost or stolen, that a voter applied for an ID but has not received it, or that a voter has a religious objection to being photographed.

Another of those options is that the voter was a victim of a natural disaster within 100 days before Election Day. Anyone affected by Helene would fit into this category.

All votes cast with an exception form will be counted unless the bipartisan county board of elections unanimously agrees that the information contained in the form is false.

Do I still need an ID if I’m voting absentee?

Voters casting an absentee ballot must include a photocopy of an acceptable voter ID alongside their ballot.

A copy of the ID exception form will also be included in a voter’s absentee ballot packet, which they can fill out if they do not have an ID.

When and where can I vote?

Absentee voting has begun. Voters can request an absentee ballot online using the state’s ballot request portal . All absentee ballots must be delivered to the county board of elections by 7:30 p.m. on Election Day.

Voters in the 25 counties affected by Helene can return their absentee ballot to any county elections office in the state.

In-person early voting begins on Oct. 17. Voters can find early voting sites in their county using the State Board of Elections’ search tool online .

Voters can also cast their ballot in-person on Election Day, Nov. 5. A voter’s Election Day polling place can be found by looking up their voter registration on the state board’s website .

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Voter registration deadlines vary by state and territory. Once you register, you can vote in national, state, and local elections.

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Each state and territory sets its own rules for registering to vote. You may be able to: 

• Register online: Most states offer online registration. Select your state or territory to find out if you can register online.
• Register by mail: You can download and print the National Mail Voter Registration Form for use in every state except New Hampshire, North Dakota, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. The form is available in many languages.
• Register in person: You can register in person at your state or local election office or your state motor vehicles office.

Check that your registration is up to date

Make sure you’re registered with the correct legal name and address. Many states also require you to register with a political party to vote in primary elections. Select your state or territory to confirm your voter registration status on your state election website.

Your registration may be marked “inactive” if you did not vote in at least two federal elections and did not respond when election officials tried to reach you. Your state or local election office can help you move your registration status back to active or answer questions you may have.

Change your name on your voter registration

You need to update your voter registration with your state or territory after changing your legal name. Select your state or territory to update your information.

Submit your changes before your state’s registration deadline. The registration deadline for your state can be as early as 30 days before Election Day for a local, state, or national election. Your state may also require you to provide an updated driver’s license or ID card when you register.

Change your address on your voter registration

You need to update your voter registration after a change of address, whether you moved in-state or out of state. If you moved out of state, register with the state you moved to. Submit your changes before your state’s registration deadline, which can be as early as 30 days before Election Day. 

If you do not have time to register in your new state before a presidential general election because the registration deadline has passed, your old state must allow you to vote, either by mail or in person. In non-presidential elections, your state may allow you to vote. After that, you’ll need to register in your new state.

Select your state or territory to update your information.

Voting while living outside of the U.S.

If you are a U.S. citizen living outside of the U.S., you can register to vote and request an absentee (mail) ballot by completing the Federal Post Card Application (FCPA). If you are a U.S. military member or military family, you can also use the FPCA to register to vote and request an absentee ballot. Military and overseas voters can find out more information from the Federal Voting Assistance Program .

Change your political party affiliation

When you register to vote, some states and territories may ask about your political party affiliation. In states and territories with closed primaries , you can only vote in your party's primary election. In general elections, you can vote for any candidate regardless of your party affiliation.

Select your state or territory to learn how to update your party affiliation. Your state may ask you to register again with your new affiliation, fill out a brief form, or provide options for changing your party affiliation in person at a local election office.

Find voter registration deadlines

There is no national voter registration deadline. In some states, the last day to register is 30 days before Election Day. In other states, you can register on Election Day. Election Day refers to any election (local, state, or a national election). Find voter registration deadlines in your state.  

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When you register to vote or change your registration, you may be sent a voter registration card. This card confirms that you are registered and ready to vote. You do not need to have your voter registration card with you in order to vote, but you may need to present a form of ID. Find out how to get a voter registration card on your state or local election website .

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Learn how to register to vote and get a voter registration card. Find your state's registration deadline and how to confirm or change your registration.

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Learn how to register so you can vote in federal, state, and local elections.

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Learn how to update your name, address, and political party affiliation on your voter registration. And find out how to cancel it after moving.

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Check your voter registration online to confirm your voter registration number and if you are still registered. Verify your name, address, political party, and polling place.

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Every state has its own voter registration deadline. Find yours to make sure you can register in time to vote.

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A voter registration card confirms that you are registered to vote, but you do not need to bring it with you to vote. Find out how to get or replace your card.

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Request New Voter ID Card

You can request a new Voter ID card through the OK Voter Portal , or by contacting your  County Election Board or the State Election Board . When contacting your County Election Board or the State Election Board, please provide the following:

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There is no charge for a replacement card.

Cards must be mailed to the voter and can only be sent to the address on file.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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To register to vote in California, you must be:

• A United States citizen and a resident of California,
• 18 years old or older on Election Day,
• Not currently serving a state or federal prison term for the conviction of a felony (for more information, please see   Voting Rights Restored: Persons with a Prior Felony Conviction ), and
• Not currently found mentally incompetent to vote by a court (for more information, please see   Voting Rights: Persons Subject to Conservatorship ).

Who can pre-register to vote?

To pre-register to vote in California, you must:

• Be 16 or 17 years old, and
• Meet all of the other requirements to vote.

You will automatically be registered to vote on your 18 th birthday.

How do I register to vote?

To register to vote you must complete a voter registration application on paper or online at  RegisterToVote.ca.gov . When you register online, the system will search the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) database for your California driver license or identification card number, date of birth, and last four digits of your social security number. If your information is found and you authorize elections officials' use of your DMV signature, an electronic image of your DMV signature will be added to your voter registration application after you click "submit" at the end of the online application. If there is no signature on file with DMV, all of your information will be transmitted to your county elections office; you will just need to click "print," sign the paper application, and mail it. Your  county elections official  will contact you when your voter registration application is approved or if more information is needed to confirm your eligibility.

Where can I register to vote?

You may submit your voter registration application online at RegisterToVote.ca.gov . You can also pick up a paper application at your county elections office, any Department of Motor Vehicles field office, and many post offices, public libraries, and government offices. To have an application mailed to you, call your   county elections office   or the Secretary of State's toll-free Voter Hotline at (800) 345-VOTE (8683).

What is conditional voter registration?

If you did not register to vote by the 15-day voter registration deadline, in most elections, you may conditionally register to vote and cast a provisional ballot by visiting your county elections office, a vote center, or a designated satellite location during the period of 14 days prior to, and including, Election Day.  

Once your county elections official processes your affidavit of registration, determines your eligibility to register, and validates your information, your registration becomes permanent and your provisional ballot will be counted.  For more information, please refer to Same Day Voter Registration .

How do I change my political party?

In order to change your political party preference, you must re-register to vote.  You can re-register to vote by completing a voter registration application online at   RegisterToVote.ca.gov . When you register online, the system will search the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) database for your California driver license or identification card number, date of birth, and last four digits of your social security number. If your information is found and you authorize elections officials' use of your DMV signature, an electronic image of your DMV signature will be added to your voter registration application after you click "submit" at the end of the online application. If there is no signature on file with DMV, all of your information will be transmitted to your county elections office; you will just need to click "print," sign the paper application, and mail it. Your county elections official will contact you when your voter registration application is approved or if more information is needed to confirm your eligibility.

You can also pick up a paper application at your county elections office, any Department of Motor Vehicles field office, and many post offices, public libraries, and government offices.  To have an application mailed to you, call your  county elections office  or the Secretary of State’s toll-free Voter Hotline at (800) 345-VOTE (8683). 

Do I need a California driver license or California identification card to apply online? What happens if the Department of Motor Vehicles does not have my signature on file when I try to submit an application online?

All Californians who are eligible to vote may fill out an online voter registration application at RegisterToVote.ca.gov . California military and overseas voters may also use RegisterToVote.ca.gov to fill out an application to register for, and to vote in, any California election; for more information on military and overseas voter registration, visit Military & Overseas Voters . If you do not have a California driver license or identification card number, but you enter your other information, the website will create a pre-filled voter registration application for you to print, sign, and mail. All of your information will be sent directly to your  county elections office  so that when your signed application arrives in the mail, the county elections staff will simply add your signature to your voter registration record.

I am eligible to register, but I am in the military, living abroad, or temporarily living outside of California. Can I register to vote online?

Yes. California military and overseas voters may also use RegisterToVote.ca.gov  to fill out a voter registration application to register for, and to vote in, any California election. When filling out an application to register as military or overseas voter, you can choose to have your ballot mailed, faxed, or emailed to you. For more information on military and overseas voter registration, visit Military & Overseas Voters .

Am I automatically registered to vote when I submit the online application?

No. The online   voter registration application   is an easy avenue for submitting your information, but the information you provide in your online application still must be verified by your   county elections official . If you have a California driver license or identification card and submit an online voter registration application, the Department of Motor Vehicles is simply sharing a copy of your signature on file so that it can be transferred to your voter registration record. No matter how you turn in your registration application – online or paper – when it comes to determining a person's eligibility to vote, preventing duplicate registrations, and adding a person to California's official voter rolls, all the same safeguards are in place. Your county elections official will contact you when your voter registration application is approved or if more information is needed to confirm your eligibility.

Are voter registration applications available in languages other than English?

Yes.  The California Secretary of State's   online application   is available in English, Spanish, Chinese, Hindi, Japanese, Khmer, Korean, Tagalog, Thai, and Vietnamese.  Paper applications are also available in those same languages.  To have an application mailed to you, call your   county elections office   or the Secretary of State's toll-free Voter Hotline at (800) 345-VOTE (8683).

Can I vote online? 

No. For security reasons, California law prohibits casting a ballot over the Internet. This also means that county elections officials cannot accept marked ballots sent via email.  If you are a military and overseas voter , as defined by the federal Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act, you may return your voted ballot to your  county elections office  only by mail or fax (in certain limited circumstances).

Am I already registered to vote?

To find out if you are currently registered to vote, please refer to My Voter Status .

I did not vote in the last election. Do I need to re-register to vote?

In general, you do not need to re-register because you are registered to vote for as long as you remain at the same address. However, there are cases in which voter registration can be cancelled if a voter has not voted in several consecutive general elections.

What should I do if I have just moved within California?

Your voter registration record should always reflect your current residence. If your move is permanent, you can update your California residence address by re-registering online or by submitting a paper voter registration application.

You can also send a signed letter to your current county elections official , informing them of your move and providing them with your date of birth and current address, even if it is in a different county.  However, if you have already updated your residence address at the Department of Motor Vehicles or the U.S. Postal Service, your registration will be automatically updated with your new address.

If your move is temporary, you can continue to use your prior permanent residence where you were registered to vote as your address for the purpose of voting.

What should I do if I changed my name? 

If you have legally changed your name, you must   re-register   to vote so that your voter record reflects your current name. The Secretary of State recommends that before you update your voter record with your current name, you first update your   California driver license or identification card with DMV .

If you are re-registering online and you have not updated your DMV record with your new name, select "decline" on the application when asked to use your DMV signature to register to vote. If you do not decline use of your DMV signature, your application will be rejected by your county elections official because your DMV signature for your prior name will not match your voter signature with your new name. After you decline to use your DMV signature, continue filling in your information.  Print, sign, and mail the paper application to your county elections office.

What is the deadline to register to vote?

The deadline to register to vote is 15 days prior to Election Day, often called E-15. You must submit the   voter registration application   by midnight on the   registration deadline   day. A timestamp will be attached to your online voter registration application. If you register to vote using a paper application, it must be postmarked or hand-delivered to your   county elections office  by E-15 . After the registration deadline, in most elections any individual may conditionally register to vote and cast a provisional ballot by visiting their county elections official . For more information, please refer to Same Day Voter Registration .

If I started to fill out the online voter registration application before midnight on E-15 but didn't finish until after midnight, am I too late?

Yes, you must submit the  voter registration application  online by midnight on the  registration deadline  day. However, in most elections you may go in person to your county elections office during the 14 days immediately following the registration deadline to conditionally register to vote and vote a provisional ballot. For more information please go to Same Day Voter Registration (Conditional Voter Registration) . If you do not conditionally register to vote, your voter registration application will still be processed and, if it is approved, you will be able to vote in future elections.

I missed the deadline to register to vote. Is there any way I can still vote in this election?

In most elections, during the period of 14 days prior to Election Day and including Election Day, an individual can go to the office of their county elections official to conditionally register to vote and vote a provisional ballot. For more information, please refer to Same Day Voter Registration .

I registered to vote a while ago but I never got a postcard confirmation from my county elections official. Am I registered?

You may check the status of your voter registration by visiting My Voter Status or by contacting your county elections official .

I submitted a voter registration application through another agency, but my county elections office says I'm not registered. What can I do?

Give your   county elections official   any documentation you have to help establish when and where you submitted your voter registration application, such as a receipt with a tracking number or timestamp, or whether you were previously registered to vote elsewhere.

How can I cancel my California voter registration?

If you are currently registered to vote in California and would like to cancel your voter registration, you can complete the California Voter Registration Cancellation Request Form (PDF) and submit it to your county elections office . If you have any questions, you can contact your county elections office or the Secretary of State's Voter Hotline at (800) 345-VOTE (8683).

California Voter Registration Cancellation Request Form (PDF)

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If I have problems registering to vote or have additional questions who should I contact?

Call the Secretary of State's toll-free Voter Hotline at (800) 345-VOTE (8683) or contact your  county elections office , which is where your voter registration record is maintained. For assistance in other languages, please refer to Contact Information .

I want to start a voter registration drive. What do I need to do?

Read the rules for conducting voter registration drives in California . You may also want to contact the county elections office in the county where you plan to conduct the voter registration drive.

How many paper voter registration applications can I get if I want to distribute them in my community?

There is no limit to the number of paper voter registration applications a person may obtain. However, depending on the volume of requests and the number of applications in stock, the Secretary of State or county elections officials may ask requestors to take fewer applications and return later if they need more. The Secretary of State requires the requestor to complete a Statement of Distribution form and a county elections official may require something similar.

Can an iPad, tablet, or smartphone be used to fill out California's online voter registration application?

What voter registration applications are approved for use in california.

There are two acceptable voter registration applications that can be accessed online: the California Secretary of State's RegisterToVote.ca.gov and the  National Mail Voter Registration Application . Some organizations host websites that encourage voter registration.  Some of these websites collect data from people before redirecting them to RegisterToVote.ca.gov or the National Mail Voter Registration Application (this cannot be submitted online; you must print, sign, and mail it to your  county elections office ).

You can also pick up a paper application at your county elections office, any Department of Motor Vehicles field office, and many post offices, public libraries, and government offices.  To have an application mailed to you, call your  county elections office  or the Secretary of State’s toll-free Voter Hotline at (800) 345-VOTE (8683).

Is voter registration information confidential?

The voter registration rolls are not available to the general public. However, California law allows certain voter information to be released to a member of the California Legislature or U.S. Congress, to any candidate, to any committee for or against a proposed ballot measure, and to any person for election, scholarly, journalistic, or political purpose, or for governmental purposes. Even in these cases, a few items remain confidential and are never provided to any requestor: your social security number, your driver license number, and your signature.

Where can I find voter registration statistics?

The California Secretary of State publishes voter registration statistics during every election cycle. Reports of Registration contain registration information going back to 1910.

Can the Secretary of State provide race, age and gender statistics for the voting population?

No. The Secretary of State compiles voter statistics by political party and jurisdictions. The state government does not collect voter race, voter age or voter gender data. You may wish to contact the Public Policy Institute of California or the United States Census Bureau for voter demographics.

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How do I find out what my legislative and congressional districts are?

You may contact your  county elections official  or refer to  "Who Are My Representatives?" .

How can I vote a vote-by-mail ballot?

County elections officials mail vote-by-mail ballots to all active registered voters.  

Apply for a second ballot

If you failed to receive your vote-by-mail ballot or you have lost or destroyed your original ballot, contact your county elections official in order to be sent a second vote-by-mail ballot.

California Replacement Ballot Application

If you did not receive your vote-by-mail ballot, or you lost or destroyed your original ballot, you may apply for a replacement ballot. Only the registered voter themself may request a replacement ballot. This application will need to be returned to your local county elections office. You may also request a replacement ballot from your county elections office by phone, email, fax, or other electronic means. Only the registered voter themself may request a replacement ballot. A request for a replacement ballot that is made by any person other than the registered voter is a criminal offense. (Elec. Code, § 3014(a).)

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When is the last day to return my voted vote-by-mail ballot?

Vote-by-mail ballots that are personally delivered must be delivered no later than the close of polls at 8:00 p.m. on Election Day. Vote-by-mail ballots that are mailed must be postmarked on or before Election Day and received by your county elections office no later than 7 days after Election Day. If you are not sure your vote-by-mail ballot will arrive in time if mailed, take it to your county elections office  on or before Election Day or to any polling place in your county between 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. on Election Day.

How do I turn in my vote-by-mail ballot on Election Day?

You may return it in person to any polling place in your county or to your county elections office on Election Day. If you are unable to return the ballot yourself, you may designate any person to return the ballot to the elections official or the precinct board at any polling place within the jurisdiction. The ballot must be received by the elections official or the precinct board before the close of the polls at 8:00 p.m. on Election Day in order to be counted.

What is the Voter's Choice Act?

The  California Voter’s Choice Act  is a new  law (PDF) passed in 2016 that modernizes elections in California by allowing counties to conduct elections under a new model which provides greater flexibility and convenience for voters.

This election model allows voters to choose how, when, and where to cast their ballot by:

• Mailing every voter a ballot
• Expanding in-person early voting
• Allowing voters to cast a ballot at any vote center within their county

Where is my polling place?

Your polling place will be printed on the county voter information guide you receive from your   county elections official   prior to an election. You may also contact your local county elections office for polling place information. If you live in a county that is conducting elections under the California Voter's Choice Act , please visit that web page for more information.

What hours are polling place locations open?

All polling place locations are open on Election Day from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. If you live in a county that is conducting elections under the  California Voter's Choice Act , please visit that web page for more information.

Why was my precinct/polling place changed?

Counties try to use the same polling place for each election, so your polling place normally does not change between the primary and the general elections. If the county is conducting smaller local elections where the turnout is likely to be lower, the county may consolidate precincts into fewer polling places.

You can always determine where your polling place is by looking at the back of your county voter information guide, which you will receive from your county elections official. The back cover contains the name and address of your polling place. You can also call your  county elections official to find out where your polling place is located.

If you live in a county that is conducting elections under the  California Voter's Choice Act , please visit that web page for more information.

Is there a toll-free telephone number I can call regarding voter information?

Yes. The Secretary of State has established a toll-free Voter Hotline for requests for voter registration forms and other election materials and to report suspicions of voting or registration irregularities. The number is (800) 345-VOTE (8683). For assistance in other languages, please refer to Contact Information .

Are election returns for state offices on your website?

The election results from past statewide elections can be found at Election Results .

What can be done to increase voter participation?

The Secretary of State's office has been working with a wide range of groups throughout the state to increase voter participation. We are always looking for better ways to reach out and engage citizens in the voting process. Our   Voter Education and Outreach   webpage will provide you with information on some of the programs and events we are currently working on.

What is a voter-nominated office?

The Top Two Candidates Open Primary Act, which took effect January 1, 2011, created "voter-nominated" offices. The Top Two Candidates Open Primary Act does not apply to candidates running for U.S. President, county central committees, or local offices.

Most of the offices that were previously known as "partisan" are now known as "voter-nominated" offices. Voter-nominated offices are state constitutional offices, state legislative offices, U.S. senate, and U.S. congressional offices. The only "partisan offices" now are the offices of U.S. President and county central committee.

How are primary elections conducted in California?

All candidates for voter-nominated offices are listed on one ballot and only the top two vote-getters in the primary election – regardless of party preference - move on to the general election. A write-in candidate will only move on to the general election if the candidate is one of the top two vote-getters in the primary election.

Prior to the Top Two Candidates Open Primary Act, the top vote-getter from each qualified political party, as well as any write-in candidate who received a certain percentage of votes, moved on to the general election.

The Top Two Candidates Open Primary Act does not apply to candidates running for U.S. President, county central committee, or local office.

How are presidential primary elections conducted in California?

Qualified political parties in California may hold presidential primaries in one of two ways:

• Closed presidential primary -  the party only allows voters indicating a preference for that party to vote for its presidential nominee.
• Modified-closed presidential primary -  in addition to allowing voters indicating a preference for that party to vote for its presidential nominee, the party also allows voters who did not indicate a party preference to vote for its presidential nominee.

If a qualified political party chooses to hold a modified-closed presidential primary, the party must notify the California Secretary of State no later than the 135th day before Election Day.

What do party preferences mean when listed with candidates' names on the ballot? What are the qualified political parties and abbreviations of those party names?

The term "party preference" is now used in place of the term "party affiliation." A candidate must indicate his or her preference or lack of preference for a qualified political party. If the candidate has a qualified political party preference, that qualified political party will be indicated by the candidate's name on the ballot. If a candidate does not have a party preference, "Party Preference: None" will be indicated by the candidate's name on the ballot.

Similarly, voters who were previously known as "decline-to-state" voters (because they did not have a party affiliation) are now known as having "no party preference" or known as "NPP" voters.

Abbreviations for the qualified political parties are:

• DEM = Democratic Party
• REP = Republican Party
• AI = American Independent Party
• GRN = Green Party
• LIB = Libertarian Party
• PF = Peace & Freedom Party

If a candidate receives a majority of the vote (over 50 percent) in the primary election, will there still be a general election?

Yes. The top two vote-getters move on to the general election regardless of party preference or whether one candidate receives a majority of all votes cast in the primary election. Only candidates running for State Superintendent of Public Instruction or candidates for voter-nominated offices in special elections can win outright by getting a majority of the vote (over 50 percent) in the primary election.

If there are only two candidates in the primary election, is a general election required?

Yes. The top two vote-getters move on to the general election regardless of candidate pool size, party preference, or whether one candidate receives the majority of all votes cast in the primary election. Only candidates running for State Superintendent of Public Instruction or candidates for voter-nominated offices in special elections can win outright by getting a majority of the vote (over 50 percent) in the primary election.

Which candidates can run in the general election?

Candidates running for a voter-nominated office cannot run in the general election without having been one of the top two vote-getters in the primary election (refer to " What is a voter-nominated office? " above).

An exception is made if no candidate has been nominated at the primary election for a voter-nominated office. If this occurs, a candidate can use the independent nomination process to run in the general election.

Additionally, candidates running for the office of U.S. President can run in the general election as either a Presidential Elector using the independent nomination process or a Presidential Elector write-in candidate.

For more information about running for office, please refer to  Candidate Resources .

Can independent or write-in candidates for voter-nominated offices run in the general election?

All candidates, including candidates who would have used the former independent nomination process, are allowed to run for a voter-nominated office in a primary election. All primary candidates for a voter-nominated office are listed on a single ballot, and only the two candidates who get the most votes in the primary election will move on to the general election.

However, if no candidate has been nominated at the primary election for a voter-nominated office, a candidate can use the independent nomination process to run in the general election.

Write-in candidates for voter-nominated offices cannot run in the general election, however, they can still run in the primary election. If a write-in candidate is one of the top two vote-getters in the primary election, the candidate can move on to the general election.

Candidates running for the office of U.S. President can run in the general election as either a Presidential Elector using the independent nomination process or a Presidential Elector write-in candidate.

When is the deadline for initiatives, referenda, and legislative measures to qualify for the ballot and which election ballot will they appear on?

As a result of Senate Bill 202 (Chapter 558, Statutes of 2011), from July 2011 forward, initiative and referendum measures will only appear on general election ballots.

Initiatives have to qualify 131 days before a general election. Referenda can qualify for the ballot up to 31 days before a general election.

Senate Bill 202 does not affect the placement of legislative measures on the ballot. Legislative measures can still appear on the ballot during any statewide election. Legislative measures must also be placed on the ballot 131 days before an election, unless the legislature passes legislation allowing a specific bill to be placed on the ballot after the 131 day deadline.

How and when are numbers assigned to state propositions?

State propositions are generally numbered between 131 and 105 days before an election and are numbered in 10-year cycles starting with the number "1," according to Elections Code section 13117. The current numbering cycle starts with the November 4, 2008, General Election.

How can I learn more about California's statewide initiative process?

The Secretary of State's Statewide Ballot Initiative Handbook contains some very useful information on this topic.

How many signatures does it take to qualify a statewide initiative?

The number of signatures required for initiative statutes must be equal to at least 5% of the total votes cast for Governor at the last gubernatorial election. The number of signatures required for initiative constitutional amendments must be equal to at least 8% of the total votes cast for Governor at the last gubernatorial election.

How many signatures does it take to qualify a statewide referendum?

The number of signatures required for referenda must be equal to at least 5% of the total votes cast for Governor at the last gubernatorial election.

What requirements must a person meet to run for office?

These requirements are specific to the office and are posted at  Candidate Information .

When do candidates have to file their various official documents in order to become certified for the next statewide election cycle?

Please refer to  Candidate Information  for information on candidate filing deadlines.

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Voters will be asked to show photo ID when voting in North Carolina.

Most voters will simply show their driver’s license. But there are many other acceptable photo IDs.

If a voter does not have an acceptable photo ID, they can get one for free from their county board of elections . Learn more at Get a Free Voter Photo ID . 

Voters can also get a free ID card from the N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles (NCDMV). Find more information under “No-Fee ID Cards” at State IDs | NCDMV .

All voters will be allowed to vote with or without a photo ID. If a voter cannot show photo ID when voting in person, they can still vote by filling out an ID Exception Form. If absentee-by-mail voters are unable to include a copy of their photo ID with their ballot return envelope, they can also fill out an ID Exception Form with their ballot. Find more information under ID Exceptions below.

Bring it! Your identification. Your vote. (PDF)

Access our printer-friendly infosheet to review acceptable voter photo IDs and two free ways to obtain one.

Also read: 10 Facts About NC’s Photo ID Requirement .

Voters must show an acceptable photo ID when they check in at their voting site during early voting or on Election Day. Election workers check to see if the picture on the ID reasonably resembles the voter and if the name on the ID is the same as or very similar to the voter’s name in their registration record. The address on the photo ID does not have to match the voter registration records.

If the voter does not show an acceptable ID, the voter may proceed to vote in one of the two following ways:

• complete an ID Exception Form and then vote with a provisional ballot, or
• vote with a provisional ballot and then return to their county board of elections office with their photo ID by the day before county canvass. (For municipal elections in September and October, this deadline is the Monday following Election Day. For all other elections, the deadline is the second Thursday following Election Day.)

Voters who vote by mail must include a photocopy of an acceptable ID when returning their ballot, or they may complete an ID Exception Form. The voter places the photocopy of ID or ID Exception Form in a pocket on the outside of the ballot container envelope, which is then placed in an outer return envelope to protect the privacy of the voter.

Any of the following that is unexpired, or expired for one year or less:

• North Carolina driver’s license
• State ID from the NCDMV (also called “non-operator ID”)
• Driver’s license or non-driver ID from another state, District of Columbia, or U.S. territory ( only if voter registered in North Carolina within 90 days of the election )
• U.S. Passport or U.S. Passport card
• North Carolina voter photo ID card issued by a county board of elections (see Get a Free Voter Photo ID )
• College or university student ID approved by the State Board of Elections (see box below)
• State or local government or charter school employee ID approved by the State Board of Elections (see box below)

Note: A voter 65 or older may use an expired form of acceptable ID if the ID was unexpired on their 65th birthday.

Any of the following, regardless of whether the ID contains an expiration or issuance date:

• Military or veterans ID card (with photo) issued by the U.S. government
• Tribal enrollment card (with photo) issued by a tribe recognized by the State of North Carolina or the federal government
• ID card (with photo) issued by an agency of the U.S. government or the State of North Carolina for a public assistance program ( Note: Although this is an acceptable form of ID under North Carolina law, the State Board is not aware of any such ID in circulation that contains a photo. All IDs for voting are required to have a photo. )

Student and Public Employee IDs Approved for Voting

The State Board of Elections has approved more than 130 student and employee identification cards across the state for use in the 2024 elections in North Carolina.

View the list

All county boards of elections can issue free voter photo IDs to registered voters in their county. To be issued a free voter photo ID card, the voter must provide their name, date of birth, and the last four digits of their Social Security number, and have their photo taken. Find additional information at Get a Free Voter Photo ID .

Additionally, any North Carolina resident can get a free non-driver's ID card from the DMV. Find more information under "No-Fee ID Cards" at State IDs | NCDMV .

If any voter is unable to show photo ID when voting (whether in person or by mail), they may fill out an ID Exception Form and vote their ballot. The voter will choose from the following permitted exceptions:

• Lack of transportation
• Disability or illness
• Lack of birth certificate or other documents needed to obtain ID
• Work or school schedule
• Family responsibilities
• Photo ID is lost, stolen, or misplaced
• Applied for photo ID but have not received it
• (For mail voters only) Unable to attach a copy of photo ID (Voter must include driver’s license number or last four digits of Social Security number)
• Other reasonable impediment (if selected, the voter must write the reason on the form)
• State or federal law prohibits voter from listing the reason
• The voter has a religious objection to being photographed.
• The voter was a victim of a natural disaster within 100 days before Election Day that resulted in a disaster declaration by the President of the United States or the Governor of North Carolina.

County boards of elections must count provisional ballots with properly completed ID Exception Forms.

• Infosheet: Acceptable Forms of Photo ID (2024 General Election) (PDF)
• Infosheet: Options for Voters Affected by Helene (PDF)
• Infosheet: 2 Ways to Get a Free Voter Photo ID (PDF)
• Infosheet: North Carolina Voter Photo ID Requirement (PDF)
• Infosheet: Voting as a College Student in North Carolina (PDF)
• Federally Recognized Tribal Photo IDs (PDF)
• Voter Photo ID Mailer (PDF)

Find answers to questions about North Carolina’s photo ID requirement for voting at FAQ: Voter ID .

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There are many ways to register to vote or update your registration in Nevada. See the Nevada Secretary of State for a complete list.

If you apply through the DMV, your information is forwarded to the Secretary of State and the appropriate County Clerk/Registrar of Voters . The county officials complete the actual registration and maintain the voter rolls.

Your DMV application for any Driver's License or ID Card transaction also serves as a voter registration application.

This includes Original Issuance, Renewal, Duplicate and Change of Address whether completed in-person, online or through the mail.

If you qualify, the Department will automatically transmit your voter information to the Secretary of State and your county unless you choose to opt out of registration.

See Automatic Voter Registration below.

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You can apply or update your current registration online if you hold a Nevada driver's license or ID card.

You can complete and print a fillable voter registration application from the Secretary of State website. This can be mailed or delivered to your County Clerk/Registrar of Voters .

You may also view your current voter registration .

Automatic Voter Registration

The Nevada DMV, Secretary of State and County Clerks operate an Automatic Voter Registration (AVR) system in accordance with a ballot initiative approved by voters in 2018 and the subsequent enabling legislation and regulations.

The DMV does not register voters or maintain voter registration rolls. It submits voter registration data to the Secretary of State and the County Clerks.

Who is submitted for registration?

DMV customers are submitted for AVR if they:

• are U.S. citizens, and
• are age 18 and older, and
• are completing a transaction related to a Nevada driver's license or identification card, and
• do not affirmatively decline Automatic Voter Registration

Citizens age 17 may preregister to become eligible when they turn 18.

See the license application for more information:

Application for Driving Privileges or ID Card (DMV 002)     Applications are also available in Spanish and Tagalog

AVR is available for both in-person transactions at DMV offices and online transactions completed through MyDMV .

Customers who qualify for AVR are given an opportunity to choose a political party or opt-out. At DMV offices, the customer is given a separate sheet of paper which is completed after the DMV transaction and deposited in a secure "red box" at the office.

Who is NOT submitted for registration?

Customers will not be processed through the Automatic Voter Registration (AVR) system if they:

• indicate they are not a U.S. citizen, or
• indicate they were born outside the U.S., or
• present immigration documents as proof of identity, or
• are applying for a Driver Authorization Card , or
• are under 17 years of age, or
• decline to apply in writing (opt-out), or
• are completing a vehicle registration or other transaction not related to a driver's license or ID card

Customers who are not submitted through AVR receive a printout explaining how to register to vote if they believe they are eligible.

How it works

The license/id transaction.

The DMV is required to notify each person who submits an application for the issuance or renewal of, or change of address for, any type of driver’s license or identification card issued by the DMV of the following information:

• The qualifications to vote in Nevada;
• That the person will be automatically registered to vote unless he or she affirmatively declines in writing;
• That the person may indicate a political party affiliation;
• That indicating a political party affiliation or no political party affiliation is voluntary;
• That the person will not be able to vote at a primary election for candidates for partisan offices of a major political party unless the person indicates a major political party affiliation;
• That the decision of whether to register to vote or not will not affect the person’s transactions with the DMV or the DMV’s services;
• That the person’s decision regarding whether to register to vote or not cannot legally be disclosed to the public; and
• That any information collected by the DMV for automatic voter registration cannot be used for any purpose other than voter registration.

Customers at DMV offices are given a data review sheet which contains all of the information on the driver's license or ID card plus an indication of whether the customer is eligible for AVR. The customer must review and sign this to complete the license/ID transaction.

Choose a Party or Opt Out

At the conclusion of the driver's license/ID card transaction, customers at offices are given one of two paper forms:

• If eligible for AVR, a form to choose a political party, register as nonpartisan or opt-out of AVR
• If not eligible for AVR, a form which explains how to register to vote if the customer believes they are eligible

The form to choose a party or opt-out is completed away from the DMV window after the license/ID transaction.

DMV offices have a secure "red box" container for these forms.

Customers completing a transaction through MyDMV are given the same options through online forms.

What if I don't complete the form?

• Your information will be submitted for Automatic Voter Registration if you are otherwise qualified
• Your political party information will be submitted as "Customer Left Blank." If you have an existing Nevada voter registration, your party affiliation will not change.

What Happens Next?

The appropriate County Clerk/Registrar of Voters  office will determine if the application to register to vote is complete. The county election official must notify the person if the application is incomplete and additional information is required.

Once you are registered to vote, you will receive a voter registration card by mail as well as a sample ballot prior to the Primary or General Elections.

You may update or view your registration through the  Secretary of State Online Voter Registration  using your Nevada driver's license or ID. 

AVR Laws & Resources

Automatic Voter Registration in Nevada began January 1, 2020. Here are the Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS) and Nevada Administrative Code (NAC) which govern AVR:

• NRS 293.5732 - 293.5767
• NAC 293.407 - 293.409

These laws were created by a voter-approved ballot initiative in 2018 and subsequent legislation:

• 2018 Ballot Question No. 5
• 2019 Assembly Bill 345 (Sections 12 & 13)
• 2021 Assembly Bill 432 (changes going into effect on January 1, 2024)

See also Voters on the Nevada Secretary of State website.

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How to Apply for a New Identification Card in Florida

Florida state ID cards are issued – and managed – by the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. These credentials are available to residents five years of age and older. Like a license, a DMV ID card is universally accepted as primary proof of identity. Cardholders can use their IDs to prove who they are when applying for public assistance, requesting vital records or proving their ages when accessing age-restricted places or activities. There are additional benefits to obtaining a child ID card, in that doing so makes all of the information authorities need to issue an AMBER Alert immediately available in the event that the child ever goes missing.

As primary identity documents, identification card credentials are strictly controlled for both residents’ personal safety and public safety, at large. Applicants may apply for REAL ID-compliant IDs or non-compliant IDs, depending on their personal needs, preferences and available documents.

Florida DMV ID Requirements

Under Florida DMV state ID requirements, to apply for REAL ID-compliant IDs, applicants must prove their:

• Date of birth.
• Social Security Number.
• State residency.
• Citizenship, or other legal presence in the country.
• Proof of name change (where applicable).

There are other considerations for DMV identification card applicants These include that:

• Children must be at least 5 years of age to be issued a child identification card.
• IDs will not be issued to residents holding any other state-level ID documents from Florida or any other state. To obtain a Florida ID, applicants must surrender any other IDs or drivers licenses they hold at the time of application.
• Applicants names as they appear on their Social Security cards must match their current legal names. Applicants who need to update their SSN records must contact the Social Security Administration no less than 48 hours before attempting to apply for ID to allow time for the system to update.

What do you need to get an ID in Florida?

DMV ID card requirements state that applicants must provide the following when applying for REAL ID-compliant cards:

• A U.S. birth certificate or Consular Report of Birth Abroad
• An unexpired U.S. passport or passport card
• A Certificate of Naturalization (form N-550 or N-570)
• A Certificate of Citizenship (form N-560 or N-561)
• A Social Security card
• An SSA-1099 form or a non-SSA 1099 form.
• Property records, such as deeds, mortgage statements or payment booklets, or signed rental or lease agreements.
• Florida voter registration
• Florida vehicle registration or title, or a vehicle payment booklet.
• Utility bills.
• Selective service cards.
• Medical or health cards.
• Current insurance policies or bills.
• Current year education transcripts.
• Current professional licenses issued by U.S. government agencies.
• W-2 or 1099 forms.
• Certificate of Eligibility for Exchange Visitor (Form DS2019).
• Bank statements.
• Certification of Address forms, together, with letters from homeless shelters or transitional housing service providers stating that they accept mail for the applicant.
• Mail from local, state or federal government agencies.
• An FDLE registration form completed by local sheriff’s department.
• Residents (e.g. minors) without access to the above may alternatively provide two proofs of address from a parent, step-parent, legal guardian or other person with whom they reside, along with a Certification of Address form.
• Citizenship or other legal presence. Generally, this is proved by the same documents that prove identity and date of birth.
• Proof of name change. In the event that non-driver ID applicants’ documents do not reflect their current names, they must provide legal evidence of name change linking their documents to their current names. For instance, a resident might provide both a birth certificate and a marriage certificate linking his or her birth and married names. Applicants whose names have changed more than once (e.g. through marriage, then divorce and remarriage) must show documentation of all of the changes linking the original document and their current names; for example: a birth certificate, marriage certificate, divorce decree and second marriage certificate.

Applicants who cannot prove these things, or who simply do not wish to hold REAL ID-compliant cards may apply for non-compliant identification cards under slightly less stringent documentation requirements.

How to Get an ID in Florida

Are you wondering where to get state ID for the first time in Florida? Due to the security measures necessary to verify identity, Florida residents cannot get ID online. Applicants must go to the DMV to get ID, and may apply at any drivers license service center. Appointments are available, but not required.

To apply for ID, residents should follow the required steps. These include:

• Gathering the necessary documents.
• Making an appointment (optional).
• Taking their documents to a DMV service center.
• Sitting for photographs.
• Paying the required fees.
• Surrendering any other state-issued IDs or licenses they hold.
• Waiting to receive their new documents by mail.

REAL ID Cards in Florida

A Florida REAL ID card is an identification card that complies with all federal REAL ID standards. It carries a gold star and, as of October 2020, when new regulations go into effect, will offer holders the ability to board domestic flights and enter federal buildings. Residents with non-compliant IDs will need birth certificates, passports or other supplemental documentation, as their IDs, alone, will not be enough.

REAL IDs are the new standard in Florida, and authorities recommend that all new applicants apply for REAL ID-compliant cards. However, residents who cannot provide the documents required for REAL ID may still apply for non-compliant state IDs.

How to Renew or Replace a State ID in Florida

Florida residents with a damaged, destroyed or lost ID card may seek replacements from any DMV drivers license service center. Replacement ID card requests may also be processed through DMV service centers. In most cases, card holders are not required to resubmit their original documents when renewing their cards, unless their names, addresses or other key information has changed.

Many residents will qualify to renew their cards online for a small additional ID renewal fee in the state of Florida.

DMV ID Costs in Florida

How much does an ID cost in Florida? The standard Florida DMV ID cost is $25 to apply for, renew or replace a card. This cost applies, regardless of applicant age. Additional fees ranging between $1 and $3 typically apply when residents wish to have any of the following designations added to their cards:

• Deaf/hard-of-hearing.
• Developmentally disabled.
• Lifetime hunting and/or fishing permits.
• Insulin-dependent
• Organ donor.

Additionally, residents who renew their non-drivers license IDs online will be subject to a $2 convenience fee.

Florida Identification Card Forms

• Application for Identification Card with Developmental Disability Designation
• Certification of Address

Note: DMV forms change regularly. The forms provided above are current based on the date of writing.

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Home » Must Knows » Citizen Services » How to apply for a duplicate voter ID?

How to apply for a duplicate voter ID?

An India Voter ID is an iDentity document issued by the Indian Election commission to people above the age of 18. It primarily serves to allow people to exercise their democratic power by casting votes during the election and as a form of IDentification . The Voter ID was first introduced in 1993 by then Chief Election Commissioner TN Seshan. If you hold an Indian Voter ID, you can visit India’s two neighbouring countries: Nepal and Bhutan. 

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The voter ID remains valid throughout its holder’s life. It allows its holders to cast their vote in a state, district, or national election. In 2015, the election commission started laminating voter ID cards to protect them from tears and mutilation. However, there is a chance of misplacement. If you happen to misplace your voter ID card, you can request a duplicate card. However, You can only apply for duplication under certain conditions.

Conditions under which you can apply for duplicate voter cards:

• If your card has been stolen 
• If your card has been misplaced or lost
• If your card is mutilated and cannot be processed at the booth

How to apply for a duplicate voter ID offline?

• Collect and fill out a duplicate voter ID card download form EPIC-002 by visiting the electoral office in your area. EPIC-002 is the application form for requesting voter ID duplication.
• Fill in the mandatory information like address, contact, name, and voter ID number.
• Attach relevant documents with the form and submit.
• You will receive a reference number to track your application status.
• After application verification, the Electoral office will issue you a duplicate voter ID.
• You will receive a notification from the electoral office, once they receive your voter ID.
• You can collect your voter ID from the electoral office.

How to apply for a duplicate voter ID online?

• Visit your state’s chief electoral office portal and download form EPIC-002.
• After filling the EPIC-002 form, attach the required documents like FIR (First incident report), address proof, Identity proof, etc.
• Submit your application to your area’s electoral office. You will receive a reference number.
• You can use this reference number to track your application on the chief electoral office portal.
• Once your application gets verified, you will be notified by the chief electoral office.
• You can visit your area’s electoral office and collect your voter ID.

What is the EPIC-002 form?

This form is used to issue a voter ID card photo, and it is available on the Chief electoral website or station in every state. Applicants need to provide relevant information while applying for a duplicate card. This information is:

• Name of your state or union territory
• Your full name
• Your full residential address
• Your date of birth
• Your reason for applying for a duplicate voter card

If you lose your card or if someone stole your card, you need to submit a FIR (first incident report) copy along with a passport-size photo.

Where can I track my voter ID application?

If you have applied on the National Voters Service Portal, you can use the reference number to track your application.

Can someone else collect my voter ID on my behalf?

No, you have to be present in the electoral office to collect your voter ID card.

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