Voting in the nation’s presidential primaries and caucuses begins Feb. 3 and runs through June.
Are you eligible to cast a primary ballot?
Do you’re gonna wanna register in advance?
What kind of identification, if any, is required?
You’ll find the answers here.
This year both parties will hold caucuses only in Iowa and Wyoming.
And just Democrats will caucus in Nevada and North Dakota; Republicans will hold a primary.
In Hawaii and Kentucky, Republicans will caucus, and Democrats will hold a primary.
Since 2016, 11 states have moved from caucusing to holding primaries.
Find thedate of your state’s primary or caucus.
Can I vote in a primary?
The rules that determine who can vote in primaries vary widely by state.
Most primaries fall under one of these systems.
Closed: Only voters registered with the party holding the primary can vote.
The deadline for affiliating with a party varies by state.
Under this system, Democrats could allow independents to vote while still excluding Republicans.
Other: A few states have set up more unusual primary systems.
In California that often leads to two Democrats facing off in the general election.
Nebraska also uses this system but only for its state elections.
To find details of the rules in your state, contact your local or state election office.
Find contact information atusa.gov/election-office.
How do I register to vote?
Registration deadlines and rules vary by state.
In 37 states and the District of Columbia, you might register online.
The motor voter law requires states to let people register at motor vehicle offices.
