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Voter registration deadlines in the Bay Area

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In California, you must meet the following requirement to register to vote. They are as follows: you must be a US citizen and a resident of California, be at least eighteen years old or older on Election Day, you cannot currently be serving a state or federal prison term for the conviction of a felony, or be currently found to be mentally incompetent to vote by a court.

Today’s the last day to register to vote online or by mail. Starting tomorrow, you’ll have the chance to register in person at your corresponding county’s election office.

KALW spoke with two Bay Area Election Office County representatives to learn where residents can register and vote in person.

In Contra Costa County, Assistant Registrar, Helen Nolan, specified that Contra Costa County residents are able to register in person at the elections office in Martinez. These residents will have the opportunity to register and vote the same day. These locations are

In Marin County, the Registrar of Voters, Lynda Roberts, shared,

There will be 16 other locations opening to Marin County residents starting November 5th.

(she/her/ella) Wendy Reyes is KALW Public Media's Immigration Reporter. She covers immigration across the Bay Area, with a focus on the lived experiences of local immigrant communities. Wendy’s reporting examines the systemic and cultural barriers that impact immigrants, while also spotlighting their victories, resilience, and collective strength. Through thoughtful, community-centered journalism, she aims to elevate immigrant voices and shed light on the realities they face — and the power they hold.