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How to Vote
In addition to voting in-person on Election Day, there are two additional options available - early voting at voting locations and vote-by-mail ballots. If voting in-person on Election Day, polls are open in California from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. At your polling place, you will check in with a poll worker and they will explain the process of casting your ballot.
Early Voting
Early voting locations will be available in all counties in California prior to Election Day. In addition to casting your ballot at these sites, you will be able to register to vote and get a replacement ballot, if necessary. You can also drop off your completed Vote-By-Mail ballot at any early voting location, no stamp needed!
Find an Early Voting Site or Drop Box Near You
Vote-By-Mail Ballot
Voting by mail is an easy and secure process:
- Make your selections.
- Secure your ballot inside the provided envelope and seal.
- Sign your ballot. Your signature must match the one on your CA driver license or state ID, or the one you provided when registering to vote. This is to ensure voter protection.
- Return your ballot:
- By Mail (stamp is not required).
- In Person: Drop off your ballot at an early voting center, polling place, secure drop box or county elections office.
- Track your ballot by signing up for text, email or voice alerts by clicking here.