If you have not registered to vote there is no need to panic, Michigan is one of 23 states that offer same day voter registration in the United States. Here is everything you need to know.
Eligible Michigan residents are able to vote up until 8 p.m. when the polls close on Tuesday, Nov. 5.
How do you check if you are registered?
Visit Michigan.gov/vote and click on the “Am I registered” below the “your voter information” section.
Who is eligible to vote in Michigan?
Voters in Michigan must be at least 18 years old, be a US citizen and have been a Michigan resident for at least 30 days prior to casting their vote.
Where can you register to vote?
Citizens must register at their local clerk’s office, if you are unsure where your local clerk’s office is, you may visit Michigan.gov/vote.
What should you bring to register?
You must provide proof of residency. This can be one of many things, a current driver’s license, a bank statement, a paycheck or any government document with your name attached to it.