Ballot drop boxes are impacted due to mandatory evacuation orders.
SANTA ANA, CA – October 27, 2020 – Four ballot drop boxes have been closed as a result of the Silverado Fire and Blue Ridge Fire evacuation orders.
November 1, 2016 - We believe transparency is important and welcome those who wish to observe on Election Day in polling places. However, it's important for members of the public to understand what is (and what is not) allowed in a polling place as an observer. We are offering training for those interested in observing as a member of the public - the training is free and spots are still available for our November 3rd training (which will be taking place at 1:30 p.m. at our Santa Ana office - 1300 South Grand Avenue, Building C). Sign up by visiting our website ocvote.com.
30 Second Voting Options Broadcast Spot
30 Second Ballot Security Broadcast Spot
These numbers are a raw count of ballots based on the approximate number of ballots received by our office. Actual totals will be adjusted after the verification process of the individual returned ballots. To see the number of ballots processed by return method, click here.
Unofficial ballot drop boxes are prohibited - third party ballot collections are allowed, but a voter must designate someone to return their ballot on their behalf.
SANTA ANA – October 12, 2020 – There have been recent reports of groups promoting unofficial ballot drop boxes that are not affiliated with Orange County, CA Elections. In some instances, they are promoting these ballot drop boxes as “official” or “secure.” The use of unauthorized, non-official ballot drop boxes is prohibited by state law.
The public is invited to attend Orange County’s mock election, which will showcase the new voting system and introduce the new experience of Vote Center voting.
SANTA ANA, CA – On Tuesday, January 7, 2020, the Orange County Registrar of Voters will be conducting a mock election to showcase the features of Vote Centers and the County’s new voting system. The public is invited to attend and learn about the benefits of Orange County’s transition to Vote Centers, such as being able to register to vote, cast an in-person ballot, obtain replacement ballots and more. In addition, voters will be able to cast a mock ballot on the new voting system.
The key benefits of the transition to Vote Centers include:
Media preview on Wednesday, September 16, 2020 – The public-private partnership between the Registrar of Voters, Anaheim Ducks, and Honda Center will allow voters to cast their ballot at an iconic Orange County site.
SANTA ANA, CA – September 14, 2020 – A media preview is scheduled for Wednesday, September 16, 2020, at 11:00 a.m. to showcase how the "Super Vote Center Site" will work at Orange County's Honda Center. The Registrar of Voters is excited to announce a new partnership with the Honda Center and the Anaheim Ducks organization to expand access to voting in the upcoming November 3, 2020 Presidential General Election. For the first time in history, Honda Center will serve as a Vote Center, which will provide a full-service voting experience to Orange County voters.
Test to take place in preparation for March 3, 2020 Presidential Primary Election
SANTA ANA, CA - Accuracy testing of Orange County's voting system will commence on February 14, 2020, and will continue until all devices have been included in the test. Due to the lengthy process of including all devices in the test, the Logic and Accuracy Test Tally may not commence until a week after the test begins. The Logic and Accuracy test is required by law to be performed prior to each election. Logic and Accuracy tests will include proofing the programming of the ballot, each ballot style and each contest position on the ballot. The process is open to the public.