Voter Services
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Key Election Dates
Primary Election: Tuesday, March 17, 2026
General Election: Tuesday, November 3r 2026Early Voting at the Election Authority Office Begins: Thursday, February 5, 2026
Early Voting Across the County Begins: March 2, 2026
Primary Election Day: March 17, 2026
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Redistricting
Every 10 years following the completion of the United States’ census, all states undergo the redistricting process, a process where political boundaries (federal, state, and county districts) are redrawn. Do you know if your political districts have changed? Check out some helpful links for Lake County, IL.
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Election Worker Recruitment
Help America Vote! Election workers are essential in our democratic process. With each election, having the adequate number of poll workers to staff polling locations on and before Election Day ensures voters have a positive and smooth voting experience.
To qualify as an election judge in Lake County, IL, you must meet the criteria listed here. To apply to be an election judge, you can fill out an online application form.
Students who are a junior or senior in high school may also serve as an election judge. To apply or inquire you can send an email to electionjudge@lakecountyil.gov.
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Additional Voter Resources