On November 3, polls will open at 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. You can also bring your ballot or vote in person during select time periods leading up to Election Day.

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The California general election is Tuesday, November 3, 2026 and voters will have several opportunities to vote in person, including two dates in October and on election day. Now until 8 p.m. on Tuesday, November 3, voters can drop off ballots at any of the Registrar’s official ballot drop boxes located throughout the county.



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If you are planning to vote or drop off a ballot on November 3, please note that the polls will open at 7:00 a.m. and close at 8:00 p.m. You can also bring your ballot or vote on a Ballot Marking Device during these time periods:

Saturday, October 24: Select vote centers will be open daily from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.Saturday, October 31: All vote centers will be open daily from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.Election Day – Tuesday, November 3: Last day to vote! All vote centers, official ballot drop boxes, and the Registrar’s office will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

In certain circumstances, voters may need to show an ID. According to the California Secretary of State website, California does not generally require voters to show identification at the polls. However, you may need to show ID only if all of the following apply: you’re voting for the first time in a federal election, you registered by mail or online, and you did not provide your CA ID or SSN when registering. Find out more information here.

If you’re unsure of where to vote, click here to find a list of vote center locations throughout the county.

Revisit the results here from the 2026 California primary election, and on Election Day in November, you will be able to view live election results on the same page. Stay updated on our politics page for the latest on election news throughout the state. As we move through the voting process, you can track your ballot status by signing up for Where’s my Ballot? Here are other voting resources to help you navigate the election process.


How do I register to vote in California?

You can complete a voter registration application online at the state’s Register to Vote website. 


How do I know if I’m registered?

You can check your voter registration status at any time to make sure it’s current and that you’re eligible to vote.  


When will I receive my ballot?

All active registered voters will receive a ballot by mail the week of October 5.


How do I return my ballot?

You can mail your ballot through the U.S. Postal Service. It must be postmarked no later than Tuesday, November 3. You can also drop it off at any of the Registrar’s official ballot drop boxes located throughout the county, starting Sunday, October 4, until 8 p.m. on Tuesday, November 3.


How will I know if my ballot has been counted?

You can track your ballot every step of the way by signing up for Where’s my Ballot? This allows you to see when your ballot has been mailed, when it arrives at the Registrar’s office and when it is counted.


How to watch live election results coverage on CBS 8

CBS 8 reporters and political experts will cover key races in the November 3 general election from locations across San Diego County and the state of California.