How often do I have to register to vote?
You only need to register one time, however, if you have an address change or name change you need to notify our office in writing as soon as possible.



When can I register to Vote?
You can register any time, however, you must be registered to vote 30 days before an election in which you plan to vote.



What if I move?
If you have recently moved, please provide our office with your new address as soon as possible. This process will help with the delivery of your voter registration certificate.



How can I find out if I am registered to vote or if you have my correct address?
You can call the Voter Registration Office at 335-6625 and they will verify your registration. If you are not registered to vote or have an incorrect address our office will mail you a voter registration application.



Who can Register?
You are eligible to register and vote if you are:

A) a citizen of the United States,
B) a resident of Bexar County,
C) at least 17 years and 10 months of age and you must be 18 years of age by election day
D) not declared mentally incompetent by a court of law.
E) not a convicted felon, or, if so convicted you have:

1) fully discharged your sentence, including any term of incarceration, parole, supervision, or completed a period of probation ordered by any court; or,
2) been pardoned or otherwise release from the resulting disability to vote.



What does the term "Suspense" mean on a voter's record?
Pursuant to Sec. 13.14(b) of the Election Code, the term "suspense" is used to designate those voters from whom the Bexar County Voter Registrar does not have a current address. A voter with this designation will be removed from the suspense list once that person has advised us of his or her new address. This new address is important, not only so that our records will be accurate, but also so that the voter is voting in the elections where he or she resides.



What do volunteer deputy registrars do?
A volunteer deputy registrar may accept applications for voter registration from residents of Bexar County who are not already registered to vote.

A volunteer deputy registrar may accept change forms from registered voters who wish to change information on their voter registration certificates.

A volunteer deputy registrar may hand out applications for requesting replacements for missing voter registration certificates.

A volunteer deputy registrar may assist persons in filling out forms.

A volunteer deputy registrar may fill out the application of change form for anyone who requests assistance if the person cannot read or has a physical disability.



Who may serve as a volunteer deputy registrar?
A person who is a least 18 years of age.



Who may NOT become a volunteer deputy registrar:
A person has not reached the age of 18 years or a person who has been finally convicted of failing to deliver an application to the voter registrar.



What does my current voter registration certificate look like and when will it expire?
The current registration certificate is blue and will expire on December 31, 2011.



How do I get the voter registration cancelled if my family member is deceased?
Send a letter requesting cancellation to the Voter Registration Office stating that the voter is deceased. Include the name of the voter, registration address and date of birth. Sign your name and record your relationship to the voter beside your name (i.e. husband, wife, son, daughter, etc).



Where can I register to vote?
Voter registration applications are available at:

Bexar county Elections Office
203 W. Nueva, Stuite 3.61

Texas Department of Public Safety Offices (DPS)

Public Libraries

Additionally, you may obtain an application by calling the Voter Registration Office at (210) 335-6625.



Where can I register to vote?
Voter registration applications are available at:

Bexar county Elections Office
203 W. Nueva, Stuite 3.61

Texas Department of Public Safety Offices (DPS)

Public Libraries

Additionally, you may obtain an application by calling the Voter Registration Office at (210) 335-6625.