Tuesday, October 9th, 2018 is the last day to register to vote in the November 6th General Election. The Adair Co. Clerk's Office has sent answers to some frequently asked questions.
How do I register to vote: Adair County Clerk’s Office, 424 Public Square Suite3, Columbia, KY (by submitting a voter registration card by mail or in person), or online at http://govoteky.com
How do I check to see if I am registered to vote? You can verify your voter registration online at http://govoteky.com or coming into the Clerk’s Office or calling 270-384-2801
Do I have to register before each election? No, once you have register to vote, you do not have to re-register for each election. Re-registration is necessary only if you have moved or legally changed your name.
I recently moved, do I have to update my registration? Yes, updating your registration is necessary if you have moved or legally changed your name. You can make updates to your registration online, or by submitting a voter registration application by mail or in person.
The deadline to register has passed; can I still update my registration? No, once the voter registration deadline has passed, the voter registration rolls are frozen until after the next election. Any changes made after the deadline, please come to the Clerk’s Office or call 270-384-2801.
I am U.S. Citizen residing overseas or military, how do I register to vote? For information on how to register or obtain a ballot, visit Military and Overseas Voters (http://govoteky.com/voters/pages/military-or-overseas-voters)
I am 17 years old, can I register to vote? State law allows for pre-registration at 17 years of age, but you must be 18 years of age on or before the next General Election Day (November 6) to vote.
For additional information or questions, contact your local County Clerk's office. In Adair Co., the number is 270-384-2801.
