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Will polling locations be closed election day due to COVID - 19?: All 81 polling locations in Chesterfield County will be open election day 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM.

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Registrar's Office - Registration and Voting

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1. How do I register to vote?: To find out more information on how to register to vote and voting requirements.

2. How do I update my current voter registration?: Find your Virginia Voter Record to update registration, apply to vote absentee, and view your voter-related information.

3. Where can I find voter registration statistics?: Find registration statistics for Virginia voters updated monthly on the Virginia Department of Elections site.

4. What type of voting equipment is used in Chesterfield County?: Chesterfield County uses Election Systems and Software (ES&S) voting equipment such as the DS200 Optical Scan and Express Vote. For further information please see the DS200 Security Bulletin.

5. How do I vote absentee?: Absentee voting begins 45 days prior to the election and ending the Saturday before election day. Valid identification is required. Find out more information on voting absentee.

6. Will polling locations be closed election day due to COVID - 19?: All 81 polling locations in Chesterfield County will be open election day 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM.

7. Where do I go vote?: Use the Virginia Department of Elections citizen portal to find where to vote.

8. How do I file to become a Candidate?: Candidates for office must meet certain qualifications and are required to file specific documents in order to qualify to appear on the ballot. Find out if you are qualified.