Voting information
Time to get ready to vote! Here are some resources to check if you are eligible to cast a ballot for Julie, register to vote, and where and how you support Julie at the polls this November.
Eligibility and registration
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Are you eligible to vote? To vote in Connecticut you must be 18 years old by election date and be a US citizen living in Connecticut. Convicted felons are eligible to vote in our state once the have completed their confinement. Click here for more details.
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How do you register to vote? You can register to vote online through the Secretary of State website up to 18 days before election day. Click here to register.
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What if I missed the registration deadline? Connecticut has same day registration, both during early voting and on election day. Click here to find same day registration locations.
Absentee and early voting
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Early voting allows you to vote in person safely and securely before Election Day. You will by able to cast your ballot for the general election any day from October 21 to November 3, 10 am to 6 pm, and with extended voting hours (8 am to 8 pm) on October 29 and 31. Click here for more details. Click here to find your early voting location.
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Absentee voting allows you to receive an absentee ballot if you will not be able to vote in person on election day for any reason. To receive your absentee ballot you need to complete and sign an application and return it to your Town Clerk. Click here to download the application. Locate your local Town Clerk here.
Election day voting
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Polls are open on November 5 from 6 am to 8 pm. You can confirm your registration status and polling place here.
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An ID isn't required in Connecticut but having it on hand is a good idea in case a poll worker wants it. If there's any problem with voting, you have the right to cast a provisional ballot to ensure your vote is counted.
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For more information about voter eligibility, registration, and polling locations, and to download sample ballots, visit the Secretary of the State website.