Voting Basics and Resources
Who can vote in Wisconsin?
To vote in the state of Wisconsin, you must be:
- A citizen of the United States
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18 years of age or older -
A resident of Wisconsin -
One whose felony conviction has been served in full, including probation, parole or extended supervision -
Registered to vote
What types of elections are there?
Primary elections
A primary determines the candidate(s) for a general election when 2 or more members of one political party (partisan election) or 3 or more candidates (nonpartisan election) run for the same position.
- Spring Primary: Third Tuesday in February
- Fall Partisan Primary (even years): Second Tuesday in August
General Elections
- Spring Election (first Tuesday in April every year): For judicial and non-partisan municipal, county and educational officials
- Fall General Election (Tuesday after the first Monday in November, even years): For U.S. Senators and Representatives, President, Governor and State and County offices
Special Elections
- Special elections may be held to fill vacancies or for other purposes
Referendums
A referendum is a popular vote on a specific issue of government and may occur in an election.Where can I find more resources?
Resources
My Vote Wisconsin
- Register to vote online
- Check your voter registration status
- Find your polling place and see what’s on your ballot
- Request an absentee ballot and check provisional ballot status
- Available in English and Spanish
Bring It to the Ballot
1-866-868-3947
- How to get a free Wisconsin ID
- List of acceptable photo IDs needed to vote in Wisconsin
- Available in English and Spanish
Wisconsin Elections Commission
1-866-868-3947
- Official website for voting information
City of Milwaukee Election Commission
414-286-3491