With Election Day approaching on November 5, here’s everything you need to know about voting in Ohio. For guides related to voting in other states, click here.
Do I need to register to vote?
Yes, registration is required. If you’re unsure about your registration status, you can verify it by searching for your name and county on the Ohio Secretary of State’s voter lookup portal.
How can I register?
In Ohio, you can register to vote online, by mail, or in person. To register online, you’ll need your Ohio driver’s license or ID card number, full name, date of birth, address, and the last four digits of your social security number.
What is the registration deadline?
The deadline to register is October 7.
How do I find my polling place?
You can determine your voting precinct and polling location by searching your name and county on the Ohio Secretary of State’s voter lookup portal.
Am I allowed to vote by mail?
All voters in Ohio can request an absentee ballot by completing an absentee ballot application online, printing it, and sending it to your county’s board of elections, or by calling the board to ask for an application.
What is the final date to submit my ballot?
If you’re mailing your absentee ballot, it must be postmarked by the day before Election Day and received by your county’s board of elections no later than four days after the election.
Is there a way to track my ballot?
You can track your absentee ballot using the tracking tools available on the Ohio Secretary of State’s website.
What if I need assistance getting to my polling location?
Any voter in Ohio with a qualifying disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act can request an absentee ballot and complete it using the accessible absentee voting system.
Where can I find the election results?
YSL News will provide live updates on the results for presidential, congressional, and statewide races here.
