Eligibility
To be a registered voter in Howard County, you must meet the following requirements.
- County resident;
- United States citizen;
- At least 18 years of age on or before the next general election;
- Not have been convicted more than once of a disqualifying crime; and not under guardianship for mental disability.
How to Register to Vote
You may apply to become a registered voter by completing a voter registration application.
How to Obtain an Application
Voter registration applications can be obtained at the following locations:
- The Howard County Board of Elections, a the address above
- Local post offices
- Libraries
- Motor Vehicle Administration Offices
- County municipal offices
- All public assistance offices
- All offices providing state-funded programs
- State Board of Elections (download the application online)
The completed Voter Registration Application with an original signature must be returned to the Election Office - online registration is not available and faxed or emailed applications will not be accepted.
If you have previously registered to vote in Maryland or in any other state, please provide the name and address shown on your last registration.
Required Information
The following information is required to complete the registration application:
When to Register
You may register to vote any time Voter Registration is open. Registration closes beginning at 9 p.m. on the 21st day preceding an election and remains closed until the 11th day after the election.
Generally, any voter registration application received when registration is closed will be held by the Election Office and processed when registration re-opens. Your registration will not become effective and you will not be eligible to vote until registration re-opens and you have received your Voter Notification Card (VNC).
Registration in Maryland is Permanent
As long as you remain a resident of the county and keep your address current with the election office, your voter registration in Maryland is permanent.
Voter Information Changes
Registered voters are obligated to keep all information current. Any changes to information must be in writing with your signature. Changes may be made in person, by mail or by fax.
- You may change your affiliation at any time that registration is open except 12 weeks before a Primary Election.
- You may change other information within the period that registration is open.
Voter Registration: www.elections.state.md.us/voter_registration/index.html
Application and Instructions: www.elections.state.md.us/voter_registration/index.html
PDF Registration (English)www.elections.state.md.us/pdf/InternetVRA.pdf
Forms: www.elections.state.md.us/forms/index.html
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