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Get Ready to Vote

Published on: 7/10/2015 4:44 PM

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Follow these steps before Election Day to make your vote count!

1. Register to Vote (or Update Your Registration)

Use the California Online Voter Registration system to register (or-register) to vote.
Check if you are Registered to Vote in Santa Clara County.
The deadline to register to vote is 15 days before Election Day.
To change your name or political party, you need to re-register to vote.
To change your address or preferred language, complete a Voter Action Request Form.
Get more information about Updating your Voter Registration.

2. Read Your Sample Ballot & Voter Information Pamphlet

Download Your Voter Information Pamphlet Online.
Learn about the Candidates & Measures on your ballot.
Read the voting instructions - how to mark & cast your ballot.
Use the Sample Ballot pages to mark your choices, then bring it to the polls to help you mark your official ballot.

3. Know Your Options

Find your assigned Polling Place Location. The polls are open 7 am to 8 pm on Election Day.
Request a Vote by Mail ballot. Ballots are mailed 29 days before the election. The deadline to request a ballot by mail is 7 days before the election.
Find a Vote by Mail ballot drop-off site. Some locations are available at night and on the weekend.
Cast your ballot at an Early Voting location.

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