• The general election will be held on November 2, 2010. Polls will be open 6:30 AM – 7:30 PM.
• If you can’t vote on Election Day, there are opportunities to vote absentee.
• Check your voter registration card or look up your directions and a map to your polling site.

If you can’t make it to the polls, you can still vote.  Here are your options:

• Obtain an absentee ballot from the Board of Elections and vote by mail.
• Vote absentee at an early voting site.
• If you are sick or have a disability, you can apply or have a near relative or verifiable legal guardian apply in person at the Board of Elections office for an absentee ballot that may be hand delivered to the voter.

Some candidates are running for district offices. District representation helps officials have a better idea about the particular concerns in your neighborhood or community. When you vote, your ballot will automatically list your districts. However, it is always a good idea to find out your districts ahead of time so so you can learn about your candidates.

Find your candidates and get ready to vote!

You can register to vote if you are:

• A United States citizen
• A resident of North Carolina for at least 30 days before the election
• At least 18 years old* by the general election (November 2, 2010)
• Not registered to vote in another county or state
• If you have been convicted of a felony, your rights of citizenship have been restored

* If you are 17 and will be 18 by Election Day (November 2, 2010) you can register and vote in the primary.

Learn more about voter registration and register today.