Who Can Vote

To register to vote in the state of Florida, you must:

  • Be a Citizen of the United States of America. (A lawful permanent resident, commonly referred to as a “green card holder,” does not have the right to register or vote in Florida.)
  • Be a Florida resident
  • Be at least 18 years old. (You may pre-register to vote if you are 16 years old.)
  • Not have been adjudicated mentally incapacitated with respect to voting in Florida or any other state without having the right to vote restored
  • Not have been convicted of a felony without your voting rights having been restored

Military or Overseas Voters:

The most thorough and up-to-date voting information is available from the Marion County Supervisor of Elections. Take some time to peruse this official website of the Marion County government of Florida: