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September 1, 2020

Unfuck Florida

Florida Voter Information

Florida voter registration

First thing’s first, let’s check if you’re registered to vote. Once you’ve filled out this form, scroll down for instructions on how to register or vote if you’re already registered.

Florida voter registration

Voter registration deadlines

  • In Person: 29 days before Election Day.
  • By Mail: Postmarked 29 days before Election Day.
  • Online: 29 days before Election Day.

Election day registration

N/A

Voter registration rules

To register in Florida you must:

  • be a citizen of the United States;
  • be a legal resident of both the State of Florida and of the county in which you seek to be registered;
  • be 18 years old (you may pre‑register if you are at least 16);
  • not be adjudicated mentally incapacitated with respect to voting in Florida or any other State, or if you have, you must first have your voting rights restored;
  • not be a convicted felon, or if you are, you must first have your civil rights restored if they were taken away;
  • swear or affirm the following: “I will protect and defend the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the State of Florida, that I am qualified to register as an elector under the Constitution and laws of the State of Florida, and that all information in this application is true.”

How to register to vote in Florida

  1. Use our Register to Vote Tool to fill out the National Voter Registration Form.
  2. Sign and date your form. This is very important!
  3. Mail or hand-deliver your completed form to the address we provide.
  4. Make sure you register before the voter registration deadline.

Registering with felony status

If you have been convicted of a felony and have questions about whether you can register to vote, visit Restore Your Vote to determine your eligibility.

Florida absentee ballots

Absentee ballot application deadlines

  • In Person: Received 10 days before Election Day.
  • By Mail: Received 10 days before Election Day.
  • Online: Received 10 days before Election Day.

Voted absentee ballots are due

Received by 7pm on Election Day.

Absentee ballot rules

Any registered Florida voter may apply for an absentee ballot and vote by mail.

How to get an absentee ballot in Florida

  1. Use our Absentee Ballot Tool to prepare your application.
  2. Sign and date the form. This is very important!
  3. Return your completed application to your Local Election Office as soon as possible. We’ll provide the mailing address for you.
  4. All Local Election Offices will accept mailed or hand-delivered forms. Your Local Election Office will also let you fax or email the application.
  5. Double-check the deadlines and be sure to cast your voted ballot on time to be sure it is counted.
  6. Please contact your Local Election Office if you have any further questions about the exact process.

Once you get your absentee ballot in Florida

  1. Once you receive the ballot, carefully read and follow the instructions.
  2. Sign and date where indicated.
  3. Mail your voted ballot back to the address indicated on the return envelope.
  4. Double-check the deadlines and be sure to cast your voted ballot on time to be sure it is counted.

florida early voting

Early voting starts in Florida

At least 10 days before the election. Varies by county. Voters should contact their county elections office to determine if more early voting dates are available.

Early voting ends in Florida

3 days before the election. Varies by county. Voters should contact their county elections office to determine if more early voting dates are available.

Florida voter ID

In-person voter ID requirements

If you are voting in person in Florida, you must present one of the following valid forms of ID that shows your photo and signature at the time you vote:

  • Florida driver’s license
  • Florida ID card
  • US passport
  • Debit or credit card
  • Military ID
  • Student ID
  • Retirement center ID
  • Neighborhood association ID
  • Public assistance ID
  • Veteran health ID card
  • License to carry a concealed weapon or firearm
  • Employee ID card issued by the federal government, the state of Florida, or any county or municipality If your ID does not contain your signature, then you need to bring another ID that contains your signature.

Absentee voter ID requirements

If you’re not voting for the first time in Florida, you don’t need to provide ID to vote by mail.

If you’re a first time Florida voter who registered by mail and you didn’t provide ID when you registered, you’ll need to provide a photocopy of one of the following forms of ID along with your mail ballot:

  • A copy of a current photo ID showing your name and photograph
  • A copy of a current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows your name and address.
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