• When your mail ballot arrives, it will include instructions. Read them carefully before you start marking anything.A few reminders to make sure your vote counts:
  • Use a black or blue ink pen. No pencils.
  • Fill in the oval completely. Don’t use a check mark or an “X.” Scanners only read fully-filled ovals.
  • Don’t overvote. You’re only allowed to vote for one candidate per office that is up for election. Unless your ballot states otherwise, you can only fill in one oval per office up for election. If you fill in more than one, your vote won’t be counted.
  • Don’t write in a candidate already listed. Write-in lines are for candidates not on the ballot.
  • Check every page. Some ballots are multi-page. Flip through and make sure you’ve reviewed every race before sealing your ballot.

• You have three options. Because your county must receive it by 7pm on Election Day, we recommend returning it as early as possible.
  • ‍Option 1: Drop it off at a ballot return location near you. Find your ballot drop off location.
  • ‍Option 2: Bring it in person to your county elections office before 7pm on Election Day.‍
  • Option 3: Mail it to your county elections office at least 7 days before Election Day to ensure it arrives on time.

After returning your ballot, check My Voter Page to confirm that your ballot was received and marked “ACCEPTED.”

If your ballot is not marked as “ACCEPTED” by Election Day, you can go to your assigned Election Day voting location, listed on My Voter Page. You’ll need to let the poll worker know your mail ballot was not accepted and that you want to vote in person.

If you have questions about how or when to return your ballot, contact your county elections office for assistance.

Voter Tip: You can log into My Voter Page with your name, county, and birthdate to set up Ballot Tracking Notifications.