Oklahoma Voting Guide
By Christie Nicholson, J.D. | Legally reviewed by Kristine Tungol Cabagnot, Esq. | Last reviewed April 24, 2024
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Welcome to FindLaw's Oklahoma Voting Guide. We've provided answers to all your election information questions. Learn about voter eligibility, the voter registration process and deadlines, what you may need to bring to the polls for identification, absentee voting, and special accommodations for voters with disabilities.
Whether you’re a Democrat or Republican, you’re probably wondering about the following:
- Does Oklahoma allow voters to cast an absentee ballot?
- Does Oklahoma have early voting?
- What are the eligibility requirements for voting in Oklahoma?
- Do I have the right to vote in a primary election?
- Do Oklahoma election officials accept absentee voting or mail-in ballots?
This Oklahoma Voter Guide will help answer these questions and provide essential voting information. It will also discuss election information, voter eligibility, and voter registration.
Who is eligible to vote in Oklahoma?
Oklahoma law requires registered voters to meet specific voting criteria in general elections.
Some of these requirements include:
- You must be a U.S. citizen
- You must reside in the State of Oklahoma
- You must be at least 18 years old
You cannot vote in Oklahoma if you:
- Have a felony conviction and are still serving your sentence (including parole and probation)
- Are mentally incapacitated per the Oklahoma courts
- Have not registered to vote
If you aren’t sure whether you qualify to vote, contact the Oklahoma State Election Board.
How To Register in Oklahoma
There are several ways to register to vote in Oklahoma. This includes registering:
In Person
You can register at your local County Election Board and other governmental and public agencies, including the post office, libraries, and the DMV. If you fill out your application at one of these places, they will submit it to the local County Election Board free of charge.
Online
Online registration is available via the OK Voter Portal for new voters. To update your registration information, visit the Oklahoma Voter Portal. Print, sign, and submit the application to your local County Election Board to complete the process.
At the DMV
You can complete a voter registration application when you renew your driver's license and vehicle registration at your local DMV office.
By Mail
Download a voter registration application online, complete it, and mail it to your local County Election Board. Include a first-class postage stamp and a return envelope in your registration packet.
Oklahoma Voting Resources
Your vote counts. Take the time to learn how and when to vote.