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You can register to vote if you...
- are a U.S. citizen (includes people born in Puerto Rico, Guam and the US Virgin Islands);
- will be 18 years old by December 31 of the year in which you register (note: you must be 18 years old by the date of the general, primary or other election in which you want to vote);
- have lived at your present address at least 30 days before an election;
- are not in jail or on parole for a felony conviction and;
- are not judged mentally incompetent by a court and;
- if you do not claim the right to vote anywhere else.
Are There Other Ways I Can Register?
- You can register in person at your county board of elections
- You can call 1-800-FOR-VOTE hotline to request a voter application.
- You can download a PDF version of the New York State Voter Registration Form in other languages (print the form, complete and sign it, and mail it to your board of elections)
When Do I Vote?
» Tuesday, February 5, 2008: Presidential Primary Election
» Tuesday, September 9, 2008: Primary Election
» Tuesday, November 4, 2008: General Election
Poll Hours
Polls in New York City open at 6am and close at 9pm
For information about all other areas, contact your local Board of Elections
Where Do I Vote?
Click here to find your polling place!
Tell Me More!
Click here to learn more about the voting process, what to bring on Election Day and your rights as a voter.
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