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Voting FAQ

How do I register to vote?

Just click on the California Voter Registration Button and fill out the online form.

Important 2024 Dates and Deadlines

• October 21 – Voter Registration Deadline. This is the last day to register to vote online or to register to vote by mail or in person.

• November 5 – General Election Day. Polls open at 7:00 am and closed at 8:00 pm. Vote-by-mail ballots must be postmarked on or before Nov. 8, or turned in at a voter assistance center by 8:00 pm.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ'S)?

What if I miss the deadline? Can I still Vote?

Yes, you can register on California’s Election Day.  If you are registering or re-registering less than 15 days before an election you will need to complete the Same-Day Voter Registration process and request your ballot in person at your county elections office or Voter Assistance Center.

Where is my polling place if i'm registered in Butte or Glann County?

Find Your Polling Place

Are there Voter Assistance Center (VAC) sites?

Butte County locations : Available closer to Election date. 

Glenn County locations: Available closer to Elections date.

What are the options at the Voter Assistance Center of your choice?

- Drop off your voted ballot.

- Get a replacement ballot.

- Get a ballot or assistance with your ballot.

- Update your voter registration.

- Vote in person. 

Who Can Register to Vote in California?

To register to vote in California, you must:

• Be a U.S. citizen

• Be a resident of California

• Be at least 18 years old, or turning 18 by the election

• Not have been declared “non-compos mentis” or “mentally incompetent” by a court of law

• Not currently in state or federal prison or on parole for the conviction of a felony

You must register to vote at least 15 days before the election you wish to vote in, or you can register during the early voting period or on Election Day.

Tracking Your Ballot

You can track your ballot every the step of the way by registering here.

Pre-registration

If you are 16 or 17 years old, you can use this online registration application to pre-register to vote.

Voting Rights Restoration

California does restore the right to vote upon completion of sentence, including parole.  If you have a past conviction, learn more about your eligibility to vote here.