How to Vote in the November 5 D.C. General Election
This November, freedom is on the ballot. Voting is one of our most fundamental rights, and the general election is on November 5, 2024. At ACLU-D.C., we work to build a just and free D.C. where all people can exercise their civil rights and liberties. However you plan to vote, make civil rights and liberties a priority when you cast your ballot this November.
As the results come in on Election Night, remember that D.C. residents must be ready to protect our fundamental right to protest, regardless of whom voters elect President. Our post-election analysis on November 12 will dive deeper into the impacts of the election, exploring how either a Trump or Harris administration could shape the District's future – be sure to register!
Until then, here is everything you need to know to vote in the November 5 election: D.C. voter registration, polling locations, early voting, mail-in and drop-off ballots – we’ve got you covered.
Discover who is eligible to vote, how to check your registration status, and how to register.
Candidates for federal and local positions are on the November 5 ballot. We urge voters to consider the stakes for D.C.'s future.
Initiative 83 would allow Independents to vote in primaries and introduce ranked-choice voting in 2026, pending D.C. Council funding approval.
This general election, you can vote by mail, dropbox, or in-person during early voting (October 28 – November 3) or on election day (November 5).