Voter Information 

Voting Options in the City of Long Beach for the Upcoming
General Municipal Election, November 5th: 

VOTE BY MAIL DROP BOX LOCATIONS »

VOTE CENTER LOCATIONS »

VOTE CENTER AND DROP BOX LOCATIONS »

*For a listing of all locations and hours, please visit LAVOTE.GOV

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Qualifications

To become an Election Worker in Los Angeles County, you must be:

• 18 years of age or older (unless participating in the Student Election Worker Program)
• A U.S. citizen and registered to vote in California OR a Legal Permanent Resident

Bilingual Election Workers are highly needed!

Did you know the RR/CC provides language assistance for 18 languages in addition to English in Los Angeles County? You can help voters in your community by becoming an Election Worker if you speak any additional languages.

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REGISTER TO VOTE

You may Register to Vote or pre-register to vote by completing a voter registration form available in most government offices, including city halls, libraries, DMVs, and post offices. You may also contact the Office of the City Clerk at (562) 570-6101 and request that a voter registration form to be mailed to you.  

• Voter Registration requirements

  1. A person entitled to vote shall be:
  2. A United States citizen
  3. A resident of California
  4. Not imprisoned or on parole for the conviction of a felony
  5. At least 18 years of age at the time of the next election (CA Elections Code Sec. 2101)
  6. A person entitled to preregister to vote in an election shall be a United States citizen, a resident of California, not imprisoned or on parole for the conviction of a felony, and at least 16 years of age. (CA Elections Code Sec. 210)

• May I register to vote using my business address or a P.O. Box?

  No. A person may only register to vote at place of residence. A business address or a P.O. Box number may only be used as a mailing address.

• When to re-register to vote

  You need to re-register when you change your name or change your political party choice.

• How can I find out if I'm registered to vote?

  http://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/publications-and-resources/guide-vr-drives/

• I am a new citizen. How do I register to vote?

  After the Citizenship and Immigration Services ceremony, you may register to vote.

  • Visit https://registertovote.ca.gov/
  • Request a voter registration form (562) 570-6101
  • At a Vote Center through Election Day

• Can I vote if I’ve been incarcerated or a part of the criminal justice system?

  Yes, you can vote if you are:

  • On probation
  • Under post-release community supervision (PRCS)
  • Under mandatory supervision
  • Currently incarcerated in county jail (unless you are in jail because you violated parole, or are convicted and sentenced of a felony and are awaiting to be transferred to federal or state prison)
  • Pending felony charge(s) – not convicted
  • Serving a sentence in jail or on probation due to a misdemeanor conviction

• I’m between 16 or 17 years old. Can I register to vote?

  You can pre-register to vote and you will be automatically registered to vote when you turn 18 years old.

• When do I need to register to vote for the November 8,2022 General Municipal Election?

   The last day to register to vote is October 24, 2022, 15 days before Election Day (November 8, 2022). You can register by visiting https://registertovote.ca.gov/

  If you miss the deadline, you must register to vote in person at the LA County Registrar-Recorder’s office OR at any vote center.

QUESTIONS ABOUT VOTING

• Is the 24 Hr-Ballot Drop Box secure?

  The 24-Hr ballot drop box is constructed of full stainless-steel with many security features. The box is secured to the ground using concrete fasteners on the inside of the box so that no bolts are exposed. The slot is small enough for only a ballot to get through and has protections against liquid and graffiti.

• When will the ballots be retrieved?

  Ballots will be retrieved by the LA County Registrar-Recorder’s Office on a weekly basis at the beginning of the voting period.  Pick-up will increase as it gets closer to Election Day.  All boxes will be secured at 8:00 p.m. on Election Day.

• When does voting begin?

  • Vote by Mail Ballot mailing begins on October 6, 2022 through October 10, 2022.
  • In-person voting begins at Vote Centers on October 29, 2022.

• How do I return my ballot?

  • At any Vote By Mail Drop Box location
  • By mail, remember no postage is necessary
  • At any Vote Center in LA County
  • LA County Registrar-Recorder’s office

• Do I need to request a Vote by Mail Ballot?

  No, all Long Beach registered voters will be mailed a Vote by Mail ballot beginning October 6, 2022 without request.

• I didn’t receive a Vote by Mail Ballot, can I still cast my vote in person at any Vote Center?

  Yes, you can choose to either return your ballot or mail or surrender your ballot and vote in person.

• How can I confirm if my Vote by Mail Ballot was received?

  • Subscribe to Ballot Trax by visiting: https://california.ballottrax.net/voter/
  • Access the LA County Registrar-Recorder’s Mail Status Tool by visiting:  https://www.lavote.net/av_inquiry   

• What if I forgot to sign the Envelope?

  • LA County Registrar-Recorder’s Office will mail an “Unsigned Ballot Statement” requesting your signature
  • Voters have eight (8) days after Election Day to return the statement

• How do I find the nearest Vote Center or Vote By Mail Drop Box Locations?

  Visit https://lavote.net/ or http://www.longbeach.gov/cityclerk/.

• Can I vote for any political party in the General Election?

  In the general election, you are eligible to vote for any candidate from any party.

• Am I required to show ID to vote?

  The only time you will need to show an ID to vote is if you are a first-time voter and did not provide your CA Driver's License Number, State ID Number, or the last 4 digits of your Social Security Number when completing your voter registration.

• Can I request a Ballot in a different language?

   To request your ballot or any election materials in another language please call: 800-815-2666, option 3

  • Support Languages: Armenian, Chinese, Farsi, Hindi, Japanese, Khmer/Cambodian, Korean, Russian, Spanish, Tagalog/Filipino, Thai, Vietnamese

• What is an Interactive Sample Ballot?

  The Interactive Sample Ballot is an option for voters who want to access and digitally mark their selections prior to arriving at the vote center (in lieu of the paper sample booklet) using a computer, mobile phone or personal device (https://isb.lavote.net/).

• Can someone return a ballot on my behalf?

  Yes, voters who cannot return their Vote by Mail ballot can designate any person to return their ballot as long as there is no compensation involved for the individual, group or organization returning the ballot.

• How long after Election Day will ballots still count?

  Vote by Mail ballots postmarked on or before Election Day and receive within 17 days will be processed, verified, and counted. 

• If I receive a Vote by Mail Ballot, can I still cast my vote in person at any Vote Center?

  Yes, you can choose to either return your ballot by mail or surrender your ballot and vote in person.

VOTER REGISTRATION REPORTS

• Number of Registered Voters (Updated 12/13/23)
• Number of Registered Voters (Updated 1/3/23)
• Number of Registered Voters (Updated 3/11/22)
• Number of Registered Voters (Updated 1/4/21)

HELPFUL LINKS

• Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder
•  California Secretary of State
•  California Elections Code

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