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Voter Registration in New York

Voter registration is governed in New York by state law and the federal National Voter Registration Act (commonly known as "motor voter").

National Voter Registration Act

The National Voter Registration Act Of 1993 Congress enacted the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 (also known as the "NVRA" and the "Motor Voter Act"), to enhance voting opportunities for every American. The Act has made it easier for all Americans to register to vote and to maintain their registration.

The NVRA allows the Department of Justice to bring civil actions in federal court to enforce its requirements. The Act also gives the responsibility to the Federal Election Commission (FEC) to provide States with guidance on the Act, to develop a national mail voter registration form, and to compile reports on the effectiveness of the Act. An amendment in the Help America Vote Act of 2002 transferred the FEC's responsibilities under the Act to the Election Assistance Commission.

General Information for Voter Registration in New York

Qualifications

To register to vote in the State of New York, an individual must meet the following qualifications:

  • Be a citizen of the United States
  • Be a resident of the county, or of the City of New York, at least 30 days before an election
  • Be 18 years old by the date of the general, primary, or other election in which your want to vote
  • Not be in jail or on parole for a felony conviction
  • Not currently be judged incompetent by order of a court of competent judicial authority
  • Not claim the right to vote elsewhere

Voter registration is also available from your local County Board of Registrars. You may also obtain voter registration services at the following state and local government offices and agencies:

  • Driver's licensing office
  • County and select municipal public libraries
  • Department of Human Resources
  • WIC Program, Department of Public Health
  • Medicaid Agency
  • Department of Rehabilitation Services

The postcard voter registration form is also available at:

  • Public 4-year universities
  • Select private 4-year universities
  • Driver's licensing office
  • County and select municipal public libraries
  • Department of Human Resources
  • WIC Program, Department of Public Health
  • Medicaid Agency
  • Department of Rehabilitation Services

If you have questions about voter registration in New York, you may contact us using the information found here. You may also contact the following officials by phone or by mail:


The Voter Assistance Commission office is located at:

100 Gold Street, 2nd Floor New York, New York 10038 Phone: (212) 788-8384 Fax: (212) 788-2527

 
 
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