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Did the fires displace you? Here’s what to do with your voter registration
You may need to add a temporary address to your voter registration, L.A. County officials say, to keep receiving voting materials in the mail.
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If you’re still displaced after the wildfires, the Los Angeles County registrar has new guidance on what to do with your voter registration.
What if my move is temporary? The registrar says you don’t need to change the permanent address on your voter registration, but you will need to add a temporary mailing address to continue getting voting materials.
How do I do that? You can call (800) 815-2666 and select option two to update the mailing address, or you can re-register online. You’ll input your permanent address in the “home address” section. Then, check the box that indicates your mailing address is different from your home address. That’s where you’ll enter your temporary one.
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What if I moved permanently? In that case, your voter registration should reflect your new address. If you’ve revised it with the Post Office, you’ll get a letter from the registrar asking you to confirm your mailing and home address — they won’t make changes until you respond. Address updates through the DMV should automatically update your voter records. Otherwise, you can re-register online or send a signed letter informing your county elections office of the change with your birthday and current address.
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