Politics & Government

When is the Voter Registration Deadline?

Here you'll find voter registration dates and information for Contra Costa County residents.

The Nov. 6 General Election is getting close.

When is the last day I can register to vote?

The last day to register for an election is 15 days before election day. For the November election, voters must register by October 22, 2012.

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Who can register to vote?

In order to qualify as a voter, you must:

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  • Be a United States Citizen.
  • Be at least 18 years old.
  • Not be in prison or on parole for a felony.
  • Not be deemed mentally incompetent by the law.

How to register to vote:

To vote, fill out a voter registration form. Download a registration form on the Contra Costa County Elections Division website.

In order to apply online, go to California Secretary of State Debra Bowen's voter registration web page

Who are the candidates?

Click on the PDF file attached to the right of this article or download the semi-official list of candidates in Contra Costa County elections.


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