Ballots for the June Primary Election Are Being Sent Out in Los Angeles County
Los Angeles County Begins Mailing June Primary Election Ballots
Los Angeles County officials have announced the commencement of mailings for vote-by-mail ballots in preparation for the June primary election. This pivotal election includes several key races, notably the contest for California governor and the position of Los Angeles mayor.
Voters can return their completed ballots by mail or deposit them at over 400 official ballot drop boxes located throughout the county. Additionally, starting May 23, voters may submit their ballots at designated vote centers. For those interested in tracking their ballots, the county provides a dedicated tracking tool.
Eligible voters who have not yet registered must do so by May 18 in order to receive a mail-in ballot. Ballots postmarked by Election Day, June 2, will be processed and counted if received within seven days. The Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk advises mailing ballots at least seven days before Election Day to ensure they are counted.
Before submitting ballots, voters should ensure the following steps are completed:
- Place the voted ballot inside the official return envelope.
- Securely seal the envelope.
- Sign and date the back of the envelope.
Key Dates for California Voters
Several important deadlines are approaching for voters participating in the June primary election:
- April 23 – May 12: Voter information guides will be distributed.
- May 4: Mailings of vote-by-mail ballots will begin for all registered voters.
- May 4: Early voting sites will open.
- May 5 – June 2: Counties are required to open ballot drop-off locations.
- May 18: Last day to register to vote in the primary election.
- May 19 – June 2: Same-day voter registration will be available, allowing provisional voting.
- May 23: Voting centers will open in counties participating in the Voter’s Choice Act.
- June 2: Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. for Election Day.
Finding Ballot Drop Boxes in Los Angeles County
The county provides a searchable map for locating ballot drop boxes. Here are key features of the drop box program, implemented in 2017:
- Drop boxes are accessible to voters starting 29 days before and throughout Election Day.
- Boxes will close at 8 p.m. on Election Day.
- All drop boxes are securely fixed to prevent theft and vandalism.
- Regular collection of ballots is conducted by two election workers to ensure security.
- Collaborative efforts with local law enforcement, community organizations, and stakeholders help monitor and safeguard all drop boxes.
For voter information in other Southern California counties, resources are available for:
