Register to Vote

Requirements to Register to Vote

A person entitled to register to vote must be:

• A United States citizen and a resident of California,
• 18 years old or older on Election Day.
• Not currently serving a state or federal prison term for the conviction of a felony.
• Not currently found mentally incompetent to vote by a court.

How Do I Register to Vote?

You may register by completing a registration-by-mail form. Forms are available throughout Siskiyou County at city halls, libraries, Department of Motor Vehicles, public assistance offices, post offices, and the Social Security office.

Voter information and/or registration forms can be obtained at the County Clerk/Registrar of Voters' office. Registration-by-mail forms may be requested during regular business hours by calling at 530-842-8086. You can also register to vote on-line through the California Secretary of State.

When Do I Register to Vote?

You must register to vote at least 15 days prior to an election to be eligible to vote in that election.

When Do I Have to Re-register to Vote?

 If you have permanently moved to a different address, changed your name, or wish to change your political party affiliation you must re-register to vote. The deadline to re-register is 15 days before the next election.