Understand Your Voter Status
Learn how your voter registration affects your ability to participate in elections, including what it means to be registered as independent in primary elections.
How Voting Impacts You Locally
Local elections shape schools, public safety, roads, and community development. Learn how your vote directly impacts life in Calvert County.
First-Time Voter Guide
New to voting? Get a simple, step-by-step guide on how to register, what to expect, and how to confidently cast your ballot in Calvert County.
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To vote, you must be a U.S. citizen, a Maryland resident, and at least 18 years old by Election Day. You must also be registered before the deadline.
No. In Maryland, primary elections are closed, meaning only voters registered with a political party can vote in that party’s primary.
You can register online, by mail, or in person. Be sure to complete your registration before the state deadline to be eligible.
Most voters do not need ID, but first-time voters or those who registered by mail may be required to show identification.
Your polling location is based on your registered address. You can check your location through the Maryland voter lookup system.
You can vote early in person, vote by mail, or vote on Election Day at your assigned polling location.