Voting Rights and Voter Information

Voting is crucial to bring change to our systems and society.

Voting enables participation in democracy by putting action behind our shared values. We choose our representation and direct funds to priority resources. More votes mean stronger voices and greater attention to important issues. Learn more about how to get involved and vote below.

You can register to vote online or by mail until 8 days before an election or in-person through Election Day. If registering by mail, all forms need to be received by the 8-day deadline.

To register to vote, you must be:

A citizen of the United States
A legal resident of Washington state
At least 18 years old by election day
If you are 16 or 17, you can sign up as a Future Voter and be automatically registered to vote when you qualify
Not disqualified from voting due to a court order
Not currently serving a sentence of total confinement under the jurisdiction of the Department of Corrections for a Washington felony conviction
Not currently incarcerated for a federal or out-of-state felony conviction

Important 2023 Dates

July 14 | 18-day voting period for August Primary Election begins.
July 24 | Last day to register (online or by mail) to vote in the primary.
August 1 | Primary Election Day
October 20 | 18-day voting period for November General Election begins.
October 30 | Last day to register (online or by mail) to vote in the general election.
November 7 | Last day to register to vote in-person. Ballots must be returned by 8PM via ballot drop box.