Voting Resources
Key dates and all you need to know related to voting timelines.
CAN I VOTE ABSENTEE? Yes, you can, and so can your kids if they're away at college.
Voting from home, or "voting by absentee ballot," is convenient. Anyone can vote from home prior to the election, and you do not need a specific reason to do so.
To request an absentee ballot, click below to download an application form - complete, sign and return this form to:
Erie County Board of Elections
2900 Columbus Ave, Room 101
Sandusky, OH 44870
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Lorain County Board of Elections
1985 North Ridge Road East
Lorain, OH 44055
Important Voter Resources
IMPORTANT DATES:
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Military & Overseas Absentee Voting: Begins March 21
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Deadline to Register to Vote: April 7 (Boards open until 9:00 p.m.)
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Early In-Person Voting: April 8 and includes the Saturday and the Sunday before Election Day.
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Absentee Voting By Mail: Begins April 8
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Election Day: May 6 (Polls Open 6:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.) If not returned by mail, absentee ballots must be received by your board of elections by 7:30 p.m.
Erie County
Lorain County
