how to use a mail-in ballot
You must properly complete the vote-by-mail application that will be mailed to you before each election for your vote to count.
To vote using a mail-in ballot, fill in the oval to the right of your choice completely.
DO- use a black or blue ink pen to complete your vote
DO NOT- sign/ initial your official ballot, use red ink, or mark more candidates than the number indicated for each contest
If your make a mistake and need a new ballot,
(408)299-8683 or (866)4308683. To complete your return envelope fold your ballot and place it into the return envelope, sign your name by the red “x” then print your address and the date on the back of the return envelop- the signature must match the signature on your voter registration card. If you signature is missing/doesn’t match the signature on the voter registration card, your ballot cannot be counted. This is to make voting more secure. The signature on the back of the return envelope is compared to the voter’s original signature to ensure that an unauthorized person can‘t complete another voter’s ballots. You do not have to mail your ballot directly, you can also deliver your ballot to the the Registrar of Voters’ Office.