Voter Registration Application Frequently Asked Questions[1] 


How do I know if I'm eligible to register to vote in New York State? 
To register to vote in New York State you must be a U.S. Citizen be 18 years old by the end of this year not be in prison or on parole for a felony conviction not claim the right to vote elsewhere Full voter registration requirements are listed on the New York State Board of Elections website [2]. 

I have registered to vote in the past but do I need to update my voter registration information? 
You do not need to update your voter registration information any of the information below changed since you last voted your political party preference has changed your name has changed your residence address has changed you have moved into New York from another state 

How do I know what my current voter registration status is? 
The NYS Board of Elections provides a website for New York State residents to check their voter registration status [3]. 

How does voter registration on NYS DMV's website work? 
To register to vote online you will need your NYS Driver License , Permit or Non - Driver ID Social Security Number DMV will display your name, residence and mailing addresses, date of birth, and gender from DMV records for you to confirm their accuracy. if DMV's records do not reflect your current name or address [4], or date of birth or gender [5], you must first correct this information before processing an online Voter Registration Application you will be asked to answer a series of voter registration application questions related to age, citizenship, prior voting history, and political party selection, and also your phone number optional for the Board of Elections you will be asked to affirm to the Board of Elections Affirmation you will be asked to agree to the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles Attestation upon completion , we will forward your voter registration application to your County or City Board of Elections for proc

user: Well, I do have some question about my voter registration application. Hopefully you can answer them.

assistant: Of course. Are you wondering if you're eligible to register to vote in New York State?

user: Yes, I am.

assistant: To register to vote in New York State you must be a U.S. Citizen and be at least 18 years old by the end of this year.

user: Do I need to update my voter registration if any information has changed?

assistant: You do not need to update your voter registration information if your political party preference or your name has changed since you last voted.

user: I understand. Where can I find all of the voter registration requirements?

assistant: The full voter registration requirements are listed on the New York State Board of Elections website.

user: And what do I need to register to vote online?

assistant: To register to vote online you will need your NYS Driver License, Permit or Non-Driver ID.

user: And how does the voter registration on your website work?

assistant: To register to vote online you will need your NYS Driver License, Permit or Non-Driver ID.

user: You already mentioned that before. Can you suggest a random topic?

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