9-03-2024 1:12am

Turning 18? Register to Vote and Voting Dates to Know

Chris Edwards Editor

More young people are registering to vote, if you turn 18 before election day, November 5th, 2024 you may register to vote. New Mexico residents have 63 days left to register to vote. There are 63 days until the election.

Important Dates:

Oct. 08 Deadline to register by mail
Oct. 08 Deadline to register online
Oct. 08 First day to vote early in person
Oct. 31 Deadline to request a mail-in ballot
Nov. 02 Last day to vote early in person
Nov. 05 Deadline to register in person
Nov. 05 Election Day

Can I vote by mail in my state for any reason? Yes. Voters do not need a reason to vote by mail.

Can I vote by mail without a notary or witness? Yes

Is there an ID requirement? If so, what is an acceptable form of ID? No. ID is not required, except for some first-time voters. More information here.

Can I drop off my mail-in ballot in person?Yes. At a local election office, polling site, or using a drop box.

Deadlines

Deadline to request mail-in ballot: Thursday, Oct. 31

Deadline for mail ballot return: Must be received by 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, if returning by mail or dropping off in person

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