Vote

Our next election is June 17: Gubernatorial Primary 


REGISTER OR UPDATE registration now to vote in the primary election.
 
  • To register to vote, visit the Registrar's office at 10604 Buckley Hall Rd from Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m to 4:00 p.m. You can also register online at http://www.elections.virginia.gov/citizen-portal/.
  • For more information, call Mathews General Registrar at (804) 725-3200.
  • Verify voter registration and make changes to residence/mailing address here.

Watch this page for information about Democratic candidates for Governor 
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Restoration of Voting Rights

In Virginia, an individual convicted of a felony and no longer incarcerated is eligible to apply to have his/her voting rights restored by the Governor.

Click the link below to get information  about the restoration of rights process and to apply to have your voting restored.
Learn How to Restore Your Voting Rights
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What to Know When You Vote in Virginia

Acceptable forms of Voter Identification

Voter confirmation documents

Virginia DMV-issued driver's license or ID card (current or expired)

U.S. passport (valid)

Employer-issued photo ID (valid)

Student ID issued by Virginia college/university/high school (valid)

Student photo ID issued by U.S. college/university (valid)

Other U.S. or Virginia government issued ID

U.S. Military ID (valid)

Virginia Voter Photo ID Card

Original Copy of any current utility bill, bank statement, government check, pay check, or other government documents with your name and address (within the past 12 months)
 
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Know Your Rights


 
Ask for a new ballot if you want to change your vote before you cast it

Vote a provisional ballot if your name doesn't appear on the voter list or you forgot to bring an acceptable ID (and don't want to sign an ID confirmation statement)

Vote if you are in line by 7 pm on Election Day when the polls close.
 
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Accessible Voting


 
If you are 65 or over, or have a disability, you may vote from your vehicle.  Look for the curbside voting instructions on how to alert staff you would like assistance at your precinct on election day or at early voting locations

You may bring someone with you who can assist you with voting

You can get help reading or writing from an election officer or from your own assistant

If you are blind, have low vision, or have impaired manual dexterity, you may vote an absentee ballot using an electronic ballot marking tool.
 
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