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Who Can Vote?

Can I vote in Pennsylvania?

Yes, if by Election Day:

  • You've been a U.S. citizen for at least a month.
  • You've lived in PA and your election district for at least 30 days.
  • You're 18 years old.
  • You registered to vote before the deadline.

What if I'm a student?

  • You can register to vote at your school or home address, but not both places.

What if I've been convicted of a crime?

  • You can vote if you were convicted of a misdemeanor; but you have to vote by Absentee Ballot if you're still in jail.
  • You can vote if you were convicted of a felony and you're on probation or parole, or you've completely served your sentence by Election Day.
  • You can vote if you're on probation, released on parole, under house arrest, or waiting for trial.

What if I'm homeless?

  • If you don't have a permanent address, you can register using the address of a shelter or other facility that will accept mail for you.

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