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Voting is a fundamental right of every US citizen. The County of Kings Elections Department strives to uphold and preserve this right through voter registration, voter education, and accessible voting options. As a voter, we thank you for partnering with us in this core element of democracy.

Here you will find information on how you can vote.

Vote-by-Mail

Every registered voter in the County of Kings will be mailed a ballot starting 29 days before Election Day.  Click the link above to find more information on Vote-by-Mail ballots and the different ways you can return your voted ballot.

In-Person Voting

The Voters Choice Act allows voters to visit any Vote Center location in the Kings County to drop off their voted ballot, use an accessible ballot marking devices, obtain voting assistance, or receive a replacement ballot.  Click the link above to find more information on In-Person Voting.  

Voter Accessibility

The Elections Department has a long-standing commitment to working with voters with accessibility needs to help them exercise their right to vote. Voters are encouraged to visit our Voter Accessibility page by clicking the link above or contact us at (559)852-4401 / 1-800-289-9981 ext. 4401 for specific requests for assistance.  

Remote Accessible Vote-by-Mail (RAVBM)

Voters can request and receive access to the Remote Accessible Vote by Mail (RAVBM) system. The RAVBM system allows voters to download to their own internet connected device, such as personal computer, their ballot. They can then mark their ballot privately and independently using their own assistive technology, if needed.  Click the link above to find more information about the RAVBM system.  
Military and Overseas Voters

Kings County voters who meet the criteria below may register and apply for a ballot by completing a Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) form.

  • Members of the Uniformed Services or Merchant Marine on active duty
  • Spouses or dependents of a member of the Uniformed Services or Merchant Marine on active duty
  • Commissioned Corps of the Public Health or the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
  • US citizens living abroad with an intent to return
  • US citizens living abroad with no intent to return

Remember that in order to be covered under the Uniformed & Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act (UOCAVA), citizens must be absent from where they vote.

Please visit our Military and Overseas Voter page by clicking the link above for more information about this program.
Voting for President during a Presidential Primary Election

In a Presidential Primary Election, if you are registered to vote with a political party, you will receive a ballot that contains Presidential candidates for your party only. 

If you are not registered with a political party, or are registered with a political party who has not yet be qualified by the Secretary of State's office, you will be known as a  "No Party Preference" voter. You will receive a nonpartisan ballot, which will not include Presidential candidates. Some political parties will allow you to crossover and vote for their candidates.

For more information about crossover voting, visit our How to Vote for President page.