Rohnert Park, Cotati Nov. 8 Election: Deadline To Register Is Today

ROHNERT PARK AND COTATI, CA — Today is the deadline to register to vote in California’s Nov. 8 midterm election.

This fall, Rohnert Park and Cotati residents will cast their ballots to decide the fate of the governorship, attorney general, insurance commissioner, secretary of state, superintendent of public instruction, seats in the U.S. Senate, local government placements and seven statewide propositions on everything from abortion rights to legalized sports betting.

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The push to get voters to the polls for the Nov. 8 midterm elections in California began with National Voter Registration Day, a decade-old nonpartisan civic holiday designed to boost registration across the nation.

READ MORE: National Voter Registration Day: What You Need To Do In California

How Can I Register?

For those who still need to register, it can be done online at www.registertovote.ca.gov/ until 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time, Monday, Oct. 24.

Registration applications can also be found at post offices, government offices and public libraries.

For those who miss the Oct. 24 deadline, same-day registration will be available for "conditional" registration, in which a provisional ballot is given out.

The state allows for same-day registration until 8 p.m. on Election Day.

Can I Track My Ballot?

Yes. The state allows voters to sign up to track a ballot throughout the process. The site offers a free subscription that sends automatic notifications by text, email, or voicemail on the status of the ballot.

Can I Vote Early In California?

Yes. At least 28 California counties will allow early voting and more flexibility for those trying to cast a ballot this year under the Voter’s Choice Act, established by Senate Bill 450, which was signed into law in 2016.

Up to 10 days ahead of the election, the following counties will allow residents to vote in person:

• Alameda
• Amador
• Butte
• Calaveras
• El Dorado
• Fresno
• Kings
• Los Angeles
• Madera
• Marin
• Mariposa
• Merced
• Napa
• Nevada
• Orange
• Riverside
• Sacramento
• San Benito
• San Diego
• San Mateo
• Santa Clara
• Santa Cruz
• Sonoma
• Stanislaus
• Toulumne
• Ventura
• Yolo

When Will I Get My Ballot In The Mail?

Ballots were mailed to every active voter in California on Oct. 10.

Where Can I Find Ballot Boxes And Vote Centers?

The state publishes information about where to cast a ballot two to four weeks ahead of Election Day, according to the California Secretary of State’s office.

Check back here for more information.