You must be registered to vote 15 days prior to an election, so don't delay! Here is the information you need to know before you hit the polls and vote.

• Who may register to vote - You must meet the following criteria to register:
• • You are a United States citizen
  • You are a resident of California
  • You are at least 18 years of age (or will be by the date of the next election)
  • You are not in prison or on parole for conviction of a felony
  • You have not been judged by a court to be mentally incompetent to register and vote
• You will need to re-register to vote when:
• • You move
  • You change your name
  • You change your political party affiliation

How to register -

• How to complete a Voter Registration card – Follow the easy step-by-step instructions to complete a voter registration card.
• Register to Vote Online - The California Secretary of State offers an online voter registration form and downloadable forms that are also available in Spanish. Register to vote today!
• Vote-by-Mail (Absentee) Voting - If you are away on election day, in the military or overseas, or just want to become a Permanent Vote-by-Mail (Permanent Absentee) Voter, learn all about Vote by Mail (Absentee).