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• Public libraries
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• Military recruitment offices
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Office of Voter Registration Charlottesville, Virginia

When do Elections Take Place?

General Elections are held in Charlottesville every November on the second Tuesday after the first Monday. If the political parties call for Primary Elections, they are always held on the second Tuesday in June. Presidential Primaries are held on the fourth Tuesday in February in Presidential election years. Special Elections are held as necessary.

When Are the Polls Open?

All polling places are open from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on election days.

Do I Have to Show Identification at the Polls?

Effective July 1, 2000, all Virginia voters will be required to show some form of identification when they go to the polls to vote. You can use your voter registration card; Virginia driver's license; social security card; any identification card issued by a federal, state or local government agency; or any employer identification card with a photograph. If you forget to bring your identification to the polls, don't worry, you'll still be permitted to vote! You just need to sign at statement affirming your identity.

What Do I Do if I've Moved or Changed My Name Since I Last Voted?

If you haven't updated your voter registration record since your move or name change, please complete one of the steps below to assure your voter registration record is properly updated. Remember, to be eligible to vote, you must be registered at your current residence address.

• Complete a new Virginia Voter Registration Application: If you have been registered in another state and have moved into Virginia, you must complete the Virginia application to register in Virginia. Virginia registrants can also use this application form to update their name or address within Virginia.
• Download the Address Change Form (Charlottesville Registered Voters ONLY): If you are currently registered to vote in Charlottesville and have moved within the City, you can use the form below to update your name or address. You can also use the change of address form on the back of your voter registration card.
• Mail or Fax the Changed Information (Charlottesville Registered Voters ONLY): Please include your name, social security number, your old address and/or name, your new address and/or name, and the date of your move. You must SIGN your change request. Please fax to (804) 970-3249 or mail to the address at the bottom of the page.
• Please note: Virginia law requires all changes to voter registration records to be authorized by the voter's signature. We cannot update your record without your signature. For that reason, we cannot accept address changes by e-mail.