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The general election is November 3, 2020. Have you registered to vote?
If so, great! If not, you can register online at the California Secretary of State's website. You can also check your registration status there.
- Online Voter Registration (CA Secretary of State)Includes info about same-day voter registration.
- Where's my BallotTracking your ballot - when it is mailed, received, and counted
If there is information that you are not able to find in this guide, please contact 1-866-OUR-VOTE (1-866-687-8683). There are people there who can help you with questions, even on Election day!
History of Voting Rights
Eligibility
To be eligible to vote in the State of California, one must be:
- a United States citizen.
- a California resident.
- 18 years or older on Election Day. If you are 16 or 17 you can pre-register and you will be automatically eligible when you turn 18.
- High School and Youth InitiativesInformation on how minors can pre-register and otherwise prepare for voting.
- Voting Rights: Persons with a Criminal HistoryThis page provides details on voting rights for incarcerated and formerly incarcerated people and people currently on parole. Note: currently incarcerated people are not eligible to vote.
Other Resources for Young Voters
- The Andrew Goodman FoundationThe vision of the Andrew Goodman Foundation is that young people will become active, engaged citizens who ensure a just democracy and sustainable future.
- Campus Vote ProjectCVP works with colleges and universities across the country and focuses its time and resources on supporting community colleges and minority serving institutions where these resources can have a greater impact.
- Rock the VoteRock the Vote is a trusted and effective nonpartisan nonprofit dedicated to building the political power of young people.
- Election Positions in Sacramento CountySacramento County is looking for inspectors, clerks and ballot transporters. You can work at a vote center to earn extra cash and/or community service.
- California Youth Voter Engagement CoalitionCYVEC is a non-partisan group working to empower youth by strengthening their participation in public discourse and problem-solving through increased voter registration and voting.
Population-specific Information and Resources
Source: American Library Association's Government Documents Roundtable