Elections and Voting

The next election is November 7, 2023.

Below you'll find information about early voting, locating your polling place, doing candidate research, and more. We're always here to help answer questions through email at eref@lplks.org and Live Chat, but remember: the library is not an elections office, and you can find the contact information for the County Clerk's office below.

Important Dates: 2023 Primary and General Elections

Primary Election Dates

June 1, 2023: Candidate filing and withdrawal deadline
July 11, 2023: Last day to register to vote in the primary election
July 12, 2023: Advance voting begins
July 25, 2023: Deadline to request an advance ballot to be mailed
July 31, 2023: Advance voting closes at noon
August 1, 2023: Primary election, 7am-7pm

General Election Dates

October 17, 2023: Last day to register to vote in the general election
October 18, 2023: Advance voting begins
October 31, 2023: Deadline to request an advance ballot to be mailed
November 6, 2023: Advance voting closes at noon
November 7, 2023: General election, 7am-7pm

Voting in Douglas County

Find your Polling Place

Researching Candidates and Issues

Looking for reliable information on political candidates and issues? Want to know who is running for office?

The County Clerk's Voting and Elections page, opens a new window has complete and updated information about where and how to vote, which offices are up for election, what candidates have filed so far, and more. Make it your first stop!
Douglas County, Kansas Elections Hub: Find out who’s running, who your current reps are, and your voter registration status.
Ballotopedia, opens a new window has information on school board and municipal elections being held in Kansas in 2023.

Local Candidates