Register to Vote?

Voter Registration

Registration is open all year throughout the County except during the 27 days preceding an election and reopens the second day following an election.

Grace Period Voter Registration: After registration closes, grace period registration is available at the Lake County Clerk’s office in Waukegan. Beginning 15 days before Election Day, grace registration is available at any Early Voting Site. Grace registration is also available on Election Day at the Polling Place for your current address.

Where can I register to vote? You can register to vote online, by mail, or in-person.

Online Voter Registration
Voter Registration by Mail
In-Person Registration: Available at the Lake County Clerk’s Office, the Ela Township Office, Village Offices, and the Ela Library. Please call ahead to confirm voter registrar availability (Official Places of Voter Registration).

To register in person with a deputy registrar you must have two forms of identification. At least one of the two forms must show your name and current address. Only one form of identification may be a piece of mail for a contractual service addressed and delivered to you. For further information, including voter eligibility requirements, visit the Lake County Clerk's website.

How do I find out if I’m already registered to vote? Find out if you are already registered and your voting location at the page.

How do I find out about voting by mail? Visit the Lake County Clerk's website or call 847/377-2406

For further information visit the Lake County Clerk's Office website or call 847/377-2406.

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