Registering to Vote

Deadlines for all ways to register in California:

• Online and by mail: Monday, Oct. 19, 2020

• In person: Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2020 (Election Day)

• See more information on registering to vote in California here.

Can I register to vote and cast my ballot on the same day?

• Yes

Can I vote without a photo ID?

• Yes

Voting by Mail

Can I vote by mail without an excuse?

• Yes, you can vote by mail without an excuse.

• See more information on mail ballots for California here.

When is the deadline to request a mail-in ballot?

• All registered voters receive their mail ballot automatically

When do I need to mail my ballot by?

• Must be postmarked on Tuesday, Nov. 3 and received by Friday, Nov. 20

Can I drop off my ballot in person?

• Yes

Can I vote without a notary or witness?

• Yes

Can I use COVID-19 as an excuse?

• Yes

After I vote by mail, can I track my ballot?

• Yes (Check here)

Early Voting

Can I vote in person before Election Day?

• Yes, both by early absentee and early in-person voting.

• See more information on early in person voting for California here.

When is the first day I can vote early in person?

• Monday, Oct. 5

When is the last day I can vote early in person?

• Monday, Nov. 2