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Delaware Primary Election

Tuesday, September 15, 2026 · Delaware

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How to Vote

Registration Deadlines

Register to vote
Online
Saturday, August 22, 2026Today!
By Mail
Saturday, August 22, 2026Today!
In Person
Saturday, August 22, 2026Today!

Voting

Early Voting Starts
Wednesday, September 2, 20261 week
Early Voting Ends
Sunday, September 13, 20263 weeks
Mail Ballot Due
Tuesday, September 15, 20263 weeks

Delaware

(302) 739-4277coe_vote@delaware.gov

Contests

81 races on the ballot

State

State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 18

Candidate (Uncontested)

Sophie PhillipsDemocratic Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 12

Candidate (Uncontested)

Steve PickeringRepublican Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 36

Candidate (Uncontested)

Andrew GorlichDemocratic Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 29

Candidate (Uncontested)

William BushDemocratic Party
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State Senator

Delaware State Senate District 1

2 Candidates

Dan CruceDemocratic Party
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Adriana BohmDemocratic Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 22

Candidate (Uncontested)

Alex GreenDemocratic Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 3

Candidate (Uncontested)

Shawn DotteryRepublican Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 23

4 Candidates

Luann D'AgostinoDemocratic Party
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Joe JasperDemocratic Party
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David RedlawskDemocratic Party· 2 endorsements
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Dan SeadorDemocratic Party
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Attorney General

Delaware

3 Candidates

Kathy JenningsDemocratic Party
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Dwayne BensingDemocratic Party
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Patty RickmanDemocratic Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 38

Candidate (Uncontested)

Maureen MaddenDemocratic Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 4

Candidate (Uncontested)

Gregg LindnerDemocratic Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 20

2 Candidates

Alonna BerryDemocratic Party
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Ruby SchaefferDemocratic Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 30

Candidate (Uncontested)

Shannon MorrisRepublican Party
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State Senator

Delaware State Senate District 12

2 Candidates

Nicole PooreDemocratic Party
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Keonna WatsonDemocratic Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 14

Candidate (Uncontested)

Mike SimplerRepublican Party
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Auditor of Accounts

Delaware

Candidate (Uncontested)

Lydia YorkDemocratic Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 16

2 Candidates

Franklin Cooke Jr.Democratic Party
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Pamela SalaamDemocratic Party
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State Senator

Delaware State Senate District 9

2 Candidates

Jack WalshDemocratic Party
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Dawn BriggsDemocratic Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 37

Candidate (Uncontested)

Valerie Jones GiltnerRepublican Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 33

Candidate (Uncontested)

Joshua PenningtonDemocratic Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 26

Candidate (Uncontested)

Madinah Wilson-AntonDemocratic Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 20

Candidate (Uncontested)

Gene DvornickRepublican Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 27

Candidate (Uncontested)

Mary KubinRepublican Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 3

4 Candidates

Josue OrtegaDemocratic Party
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Branden Fletcher-DominguezDemocratic Party
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LaDonna GrahamDemocratic Party
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Yolanda McCoyDemocratic Party
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State Senator

Delaware State Senate District 20

Candidate (Uncontested)

Gerald HockerRepublican Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 7

Candidate (Uncontested)

Larry LambertDemocratic Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 5

Candidate (Uncontested)

Kendra JohnsonDemocratic Party
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State Treasurer

Delaware

Candidate (Uncontested)

Michael RamoneRepublican Party
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State Senator

Delaware State Senate District 14

Candidate (Uncontested)

Mark PughRepublican Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 4

Candidate (Uncontested)

Dan ZitofskyRepublican Party
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State Senator

Delaware State Senate District 8

Candidate (Uncontested)

Mara GormanDemocratic Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 12

2 Candidates

Krista GriffithDemocratic Party
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Robert Bahnsen Jr.Democratic Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 41

Candidate (Uncontested)

Ryan StuckeyDemocratic Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 36

2 Candidates

Bryan ShupeRepublican Party
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Patrick SmithRepublican Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 15

Candidate (Uncontested)

Kamela SmithDemocratic Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 25

Candidate (Uncontested)

Cyndie RomerDemocratic Party
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US Senator

Delaware

2 Candidates

Michael KatzRepublican Party
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John ShulliRepublican Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 9

Candidate (Uncontested)

Jamar MoneyRepublican Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 14

Candidate (Uncontested)

Claire Snyder-HallDemocratic Party
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US Representative

Delaware

Candidate (Uncontested)

Sarah McBrideDemocratic Party
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State Senator

Delaware State Senate District 8

Candidate (Uncontested)

Shane CavanaughRepublican Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 40

Candidate (Uncontested)

Timothy DukesRepublican Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 21

Candidate (Uncontested)

Frank BurnsDemocratic Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 41

3 Candidates

John AtkinsRepublican Party
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Doug ConawayRepublican Party
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Jacki SloninRepublican Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 24

Candidate (Uncontested)

Stephen OndichRepublican Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 2

2 Candidates

Stephanie BoldenDemocratic Party
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Michelle BookerDemocratic Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 11

Candidate (Uncontested)

Jeffrey SpiegelmanRepublican Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 32

2 Candidates

Kerri Evelyn HarrisDemocratic Party
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LaChelle PaulDemocratic Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 19

2 Candidates

Kimberly WilliamsDemocratic Party
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Will Imbrie-MooreDemocratic Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 33

2 Candidates

Matt BucherRepublican Party
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Morgan HudsonRepublican Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 38

Candidate (Uncontested)

Carlie CareyRepublican Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 8

3 Candidates

Sherae'a MooreDemocratic Party
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Lissa BrutusDemocratic Party
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Matthew PowellDemocratic Party
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State Senator

Delaware State Senate District 12

Candidate (Uncontested)

Mark EspositoRepublican Party
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State Senator

Delaware State Senate District 13

Candidate (Uncontested)

Marie PinkneyDemocratic Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 34

Candidate (Uncontested)

Lyndon Dean YearickRepublican Party
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Federal

US Senator

Delaware

4 Candidates

Chris CoonsDemocratic Party
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Jeff AppelhansDemocratic Party
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E. No-Trump HansenDemocratic Party
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Mary LouveDemocratic Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 1

2 Candidates

Nnamdi ChukwuochaDemocratic Party
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Shane' DarbyDemocratic Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 35

Candidate (Uncontested)

Jesse VanderwendeRepublican Party
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State Senator

Delaware State Senate District 7

Candidate (Uncontested)

Chris RoweRepublican Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 19

Candidate (Uncontested)

Janyce ColmeryRepublican Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 34

Candidate (Uncontested)

Annie NormanDemocratic Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 27

2 Candidates

Eric MorrisonDemocratic Party
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Christopher MuntzDemocratic Party
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State Senator

Delaware State Senate District 19

Candidate (Uncontested)

Brian PettyjohnRepublican Party
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State Senator

Delaware State Senate District 15

Candidate (Uncontested)

Emily ThompsonRepublican Party
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Federal

US Representative

Delaware

3 Candidates

Joseph ArminioRepublican Party
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Earl CooperRepublican Party
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John Whalen IIIRepublican Party
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State

State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 8

2 Candidates

Watara HeathRepublican Party
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Gary TaylorRepublican Party
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State Senator

Delaware State Senate District 15

Candidate (Uncontested)

Nisha LodhaviaDemocratic Party
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State

State Senator

Delaware State Senate District 7

2 Candidates

Spiros MantzavinosDemocratic Party
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Jose LopezDemocratic Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 22

Candidate (Uncontested)

Michael SmithRepublican Party
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State Treasurer

Delaware

3 Candidates

Ted LauzenDemocratic Party
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Mike MillerDemocratic Party
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Michael A. SmithDemocratic Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 10

Candidate (Uncontested)

Melanie Ross LevinDemocratic Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 31

Candidate (Uncontested)

Sean LynnDemocratic Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 17

Candidate (Uncontested)

Melissa Minor-BrownDemocratic Party
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State Senator

Delaware State Senate District 14

2 Candidates

Kyra HoffnerDemocratic Party
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Christopher BeardsleyDemocratic Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 39

Candidate (Uncontested)

Daniel ShortRepublican Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 28

2 Candidates

William Carson Jr.Democratic Party
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Tyeisha GrierDemocratic Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 9

3 Candidates

Ayanna Khan-FlowersDemocratic Party
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Gemma LoweryDemocratic Party
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Michelle WallDemocratic Party
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State Senator

Delaware State Senate District 5

2 Candidates

Raymond SeigfriedDemocratic Party
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Shay FrisbyDemocratic Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 6

3 Candidates

Rae KrantzDemocratic Party· 8 endorsements
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Ed MulvihillDemocratic Party
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Ralf SantanaDemocratic Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 24

Candidate (Uncontested)

Edward S. OsienskiDemocratic Party
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State Representative

Delaware House of Representatives District 13

Candidate (Uncontested)

DeShanna NealDemocratic Party
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Voter FAQ

Can I register to vote online?
Delaware offers online voter registration.To register online in Delaware, you must be at least 18 years old on or before the next general election. You must provide ONE of the following when registering online: Delaware driver's license number, Delaware State ID number, or the last four digits of your Social Security number. Watch this video about online voter registration from the Delaware Department of Elections.
Can I submit voter registration forms in person?
You can complete a voter registration application in person. Contact your county election office for information on when and where to register to vote.Learn more by visiting the Delaware Department of Elections's website or contacting your county election office.
How do I see what's on my ballot?
View official ballot information on the Delaware Departamento de Elecciones website, if available.
How do I contact my state election office?
Department of Elections905 S. Governors Ave Ste. 170 Dover, DE 19904Telephone: (302) 739-4277
Do I need to bring an ID to vote in person?
You will be asked to show ID to confirm your identity and residency when voting in person in Delaware.Acceptable forms include (but are not limited to): Delaware driver's license or state ID US passport Social Security Card Signed polling place card Signed vehicle registration Signed credit card with photo A similar document that identifies the person by photo or signatureVoters without ID: If you are unable to provide ID, you will be asked to sign an affidavit of affirmation that you are the person listed in the pollbook.
Who can register to vote?
You may register to vote in Delaware if you: are a United States citizenare a Delaware resident (Delaware is your home)will be 18 years old on or before the date of the next general electionhave NOT been adjudged mentally incompetent (adjudged mentally incompetent refers to a specific finding in a judicial guardianship or equivalent proceeding, based on clear and convincing evidence that the individual has a severe cognitive impairment which precludes exercise of basic voting judgment)have NOT been convicted of a felony, unless you have completed your sentencehave NOT been convicted of a disqualifying felony, or you have been convicted of a disqualifying felony and you have been pardonedList of disqualifying felonies include: murder or manslaughter (except vehicular homicide); any felony constituting an offense against public administration involving bribery or improper influence or abuse of office, or any like offense under the laws of any state or local jurisdiction, or of the United States, or of the District of Columbia; or any felony constituting a sexual offense, or any like offense under the laws of any state or local jurisdiction or of the United States or of the District of Columbia
How can I check my voter registration status?
You can look up your voter registration record and verify that your information is correct using Delaware's voter registration lookup tool.
Can I vote early?
Yes, Delaware offers early voting. You can choose whether to vote on Election Day or during the early voting period, whichever is easier for you. This can be especially helpful if it would be difficult or not possible for you to vote on Election Day. Early voting locations may be less crowded, as well. When can I vote early? You can vote in person before Election Day between Sep 2 and Sep 13. Dates and times may vary by location. Where can I vote early? Early voting locations may be different from where you vote on Election Day. Check Delaware's site to find where to vote early.What do I need to bring?You will be asked to show ID to confirm your identity and residency when voting in person in Delaware.Acceptable forms include (but are not limited to): Delaware driver's license or state ID US passport Social Security Card Signed polling place card Signed vehicle registration Signed credit card with photo A similar document that identifies the person by photo or signatureVoters without ID: If you are unable to provide ID, you will be asked to sign an affidavit of affirmation that you are the person listed in the pollbook.