About Us
Maryland's State Board of Elections is your one-stop resource for all things voting. We were established in 1969 to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal election laws by everyone involved in the election process. From registration to the ballot box, we're here to help you prepare for every upcoming election.
Register to Vote!
You can register to vote or update your voter registration in just a few minutes. The last day to make changes online or change your political party is April 23, 2024.
If you miss this deadline, don't worry—you can still register the same day you vote at your local polling place.
Everything you need to know
about the primary
What's a Primary Election?
Political parties use primary elections to choose their candidates for the general election.
Generally, you must be registered with either the Democratic or Republican Party to vote in the primary election. If you are "unaffiliated" with any political party, you will only be able to vote in nonpartisan elections held in your jurisdiction.
About Primary Elections
What's on The Ballot?
The candidates and questions on your ballot depend on the county and congressional district you live in. Use the tool below to find your district and/or view a sample ballot.
Find your districtSample Ballots
Sample ballots coming soon
Voting
Checklist
Use this checklist and the deadlines below to make your plan to vote in Maryland's primary election.
Important Dates & Deadlines
Tuesday | April 23, 2024
Deadline to Register to Vote Online or by Mail
The last day to register to vote or update your voter registration online or by mail. Registrations being mailed must be postmarked by April 23, 2024.
Register the same day you vote
If you missed these deadlines, don't worry—you can still register the same day you vote. Make sure to bring a document that proves where you live when you visit your local polling place.
Thursday | May 2, 2024 -
Thursday | May 9, 2024
Thursday | May 9, 2024
Early Voting
For 8 days, you have the option to vote before election day at an early voting center. Polls are open from 7 am to 8 pm. As long as you’re in line by 8 pm, you will be able to cast your vote.
Tuesday | May 7, 2024
Deadline To Request a Mail-in Ballot Delivered by Mail or Fax
If you want to receive your mail-in ballot via mail or fax, your request must be received (not just mailed) or submitted online by Tuesday, May 7, 2024.
Friday | May 10, 2024
Deadline To Request a Mail-in Ballot Delivered Online
If you want to receive your mail-in ballot via email, you'll need to submit your request online by 11:59 pm, May 10, 2024.
By Tuesday | May 14, 2024
Return Mail-In Ballot
You have two ways to return your mail-in ballot:
By mail: Make sure your mail-in ballot is postmarked by or before 8 pm on May 14, 2024. To make sure your ballot is counted, we recommend you return it as soon as you have filled it out.
By hand: You also have the option of hand-delivering your ballot to a drop box or local board of elections by 8 pm on election day.
- Find a drop box near you (list coming soon)
- Find your local board of elections
Tuesday | May 14, 2024
Primary Election Day
This is the final day you can cast a vote. Polls are open from 7 am to 8 pm. As long as you’re in line by 8 pm, you will be able to cast your vote.
3 ways to vote in the primary election
In-Person Early Voting
Maryland’s 8-day early voting period allows you to cast your vote in-person before election day.
Find an early voting location
Mail-In Voting
Any registered voter may vote by mail. Your ballot must be postmarked or placed in a drop-box by 8 pm on election day.
Request a mail-in ballotIn Maryland, "absentee voting" is called "mail-in voting," so follow these guidelines if you've voted "absentee" in the past.
In-Person Election Day
You can vote in person on election day by going to your designated polling location.
Find your polling place
Some voters may need to vote provisionally if the local board of elections is reviewing their eligibility. The provisional ballot application will be reviewed, and only the contests for which the voter is eligible will be counted, provided all criteria are met.
Look up your voting info
- Check mail-in or provisional ballot status
- View your sample ballot
- Review your voter registration record
- Request a duplicate voter registration card
Find your polling place
- Where to vote
- Your voting districts
- Your local board of elections
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