Check Your Registration Status
Many people are unsure if they are eligible to vote, especially if an individual has a criminal record.
You Can Vote
- Are an American Citizen
- Meet your state’s residency requirements (You can be homeless and still meet this requirement)
- Are 18 years old on or before Election Day (You can register to vote before you turn 18 if you are 18 by Election Day)
Who Can't Vote?
- Non-citizen, including permanent legal residents
- Some people with felony convictions. Rules will vary by state.
- Some people who are mentally incapacitated. Rules will vary by state.
Depending on where you live, some individuals with felony convictions can restore their right to vote. For more on what you can do around restoring the right to vote for yourself or others with felony convictions go to Restoration of Voter Rights.
If you are unsure if you are already registered to vote you can check your Voting Status using the tool on this page.