Election Day 2024: Everything North Carolina Voters Need to Know
In-Depth Voter Guide
As Election Day 2024 approaches, North Carolina voters are eager to exercise their right to vote. This comprehensive guide provides everything you need to know to prepare for the upcoming election, ensuring a smooth and informed voting experience.
Voter Registration
Register to Vote
To be eligible to vote in North Carolina, you must be registered. Registration can be completed online, by mail, or in-person at your county board of elections office. The deadline to register online or by mail is 25 days before Election Day. You can register in-person up until Election Day.
Eligibility Requirements
To register to vote in North Carolina, you must meet the following requirements:
- Be a U.S. citizen
- Be 18 years of age or older on or before Election Day
- Reside in North Carolina
- Not be declared mentally incompetent by a court
Voting Methods
Early Voting
Early voting begins 17 days before Election Day and ends on the Saturday before Election Day. You can vote early in-person at designated early voting sites in your county or by absentee ballot. To vote absentee by mail, you must submit a request to your county board of elections.
Election Day Voting
On Election Day, polls are open from 6:30 AM to 7:30 PM. You must vote at your assigned precinct, which is usually your local school or community center.
Candidate Information
Research the candidates running for office to make informed voting decisions. You can find candidate information on their websites, social media, and through voter guides provided by nonpartisan organizations.
Sample Ballot
A sample ballot will be available before Election Day. Reviewing it allows you to familiarize yourself with the candidates and ballot measures you will be voting on.
Election Results
Election results will be available online and in local news outlets on Election Night. You can also contact your county board of elections for results.
Additional Information
For more information about voting in North Carolina, visit the State Board of Elections website. You can also contact your county board of elections office for any specific questions or assistance.