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Eligibility

Voting is what makes a democracy work. But that doesn't mean it's easy. We know it can be confusing, so we're here to answer your questions. If you have questions about your eligibility, you have come to the right place.

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  • Can you vote in the May primary election if you are not 18, but will be 18 before the general election?
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    Yes. Anyone that will be 18 before November 6 is eligible to vote in the Primary on May 8.

    You will get a different ballot than those over 18 this year, though, as there is a Constitutional Amendment on the Primary ballot that only those over 18 may cast votes for or against

  • Am I eligible to vote?
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    To be eligible to register to vote in North Carolina:

    -You must be a US citizen
    -You must be 18 by the next General Election day
    -You must be a NC resident and have lived at your residence for at least 30 days preceding an election
    -If you have previously been convicted of a felony, you must have completed all parts of your sentence, including probation and parole, and then your citizenship rights are automatically restored and you are permitted to register and vote.

    For more information, visit the North Carolina State Board of Elections site: http://www.sboe.state.nc.us

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