How to Vote in California

Why vote? It’s your voice and your right! Graphic with cartoon blue and yellow ballot box, with the text Your Voice Your Vote

Voting is important because it allows you to have a say in how your community and country are run. When you vote, you help choose leaders and make decisions on issues that affect your life. Your vote is your way of sharing your opinions and making sure your needs and ideas are heard.

California offers different ways for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to vote.  The California Secretary of State has resources and information to support access and privacy in the voting process.  Below are steps you can follow to vote in our state.

Register to Vote today!

The first step in casting your ballot is registration. Here’s how you can register to vote:

The deadline to register to vote in California for any election is 15 days before Election Day.  If you’ve already registered, make sure your information is up to date by checking your voter registration status.

Who can register to vote in California?

You can register to vote if you are 18 years old or older on Election Day and you meet all of the eligibility requirements on the Secretary of State’s website.

Now that you’re registered, make a voting plan.

Choose how you want to vote in your community:

Remember: If you need support marking your ballot, you can choose someone to help you.  You can also check with your local county election office to learn more about your options.

Get ready to vote. Know your rights and what’s happening!

To prepare for the next election, get to know your rights and what’s on the ballot.

Encourage your friends, family, and those who you know in the disability community to vote and have their voices heard. Visit vote.ca.gov to learn more.


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Last modified: October 8, 2024