Nevada Voting Guide
By Christie Nicholson, J.D. | Legally reviewed by Steven J. Ellison, Esq. | Last reviewed April 24, 2024
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Welcome to FindLaw's Nevada Voter Guide. We'll answer your questions about voter registration, early voting, and absentee voting. We will also explain how to find your polling place, what to bring to the polls, and what to do if you see illegal activity at the voting locations.
If this is your first time voting or you recently moved to Nevada, you should familiarize yourself with the state’s voting laws. Whether you're a Democrat or Republican, review Nevada’s special voting rules and requirements before election day.
Some of the questions voters in Nevada may have include the following:
- Can all Americans vote using an absentee ballot?
- Does Nevada offer early voting?
- Can anyone vote in a primary election?
- Does the Nevada Senate allow mail-in ballots?
This Nevada Voter Guide will help answer these questions and explain how Nevada addresses special accommodations for people with a disability. This article will provide specific election information, such as voter eligibility, voter registration, and other helpful details.
Who is eligible to vote in Nevada?
To be eligible to vote in Nevada, you must meet specific criteria.
These requirements include the following:
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Must be at least 18 years old on Election Day
- Must have lived in Nevada for at least 30 days
- Must live in the precinct where you will be voting at least ten days before the election
- Must be registered to vote in Nevada
You cannot register and vote if:
- You are currently in prison for a felony offense
- The courts have deemed you mentally incompetent
Nevada voters should be aware that if they fail to vote in two consecutive federal elections, the local county clerk/Registrar of Voters will cancel their voter registration. They must re-register if they want to vote.
To see if you're registered to vote, visit Nevada's Secretary of State voting site.
Where Do I Vote?
In Clark and Washoe County, voters can vote at any polling place. Voters in all other Nevada counties must vote at their assigned polling place. Polling places must be open from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m.
How To Register in Nevada
There are several ways to register to vote in Nevada. This includes registering:
In Person
You can register at your County Clerk's office, a DMV location, a Division of Welfare and Supportive Services office, or on college campuses.
Online
You can register online at the Secretary of State's Office if you have a Nevada driver's license or state ID. Your signature should already be on file.
At the DMV
You can register at any Department of Motor Vehicles location. Your driver's license or state ID application is your voter registration application.
By Mail
You can vote by mail by completing the voter registration form and sending it to your county clerk's office or the Nevada Secretary of State Elections Division.
Nevada Voting Resources
Your vote counts. Take the time to learn how and when to vote.
