I am 17 years old now but will be 18 before the next state general election. Can I complete a voter registration form now and will I then be able to sign petitions?
You may complete the voter registration form now, but you may not sign any petition. 17 year olds who will be 18 by the general election may participate in the primary election. Voters must be 18 to participate in all other elections.

By completing the voter registration form now, you are in essence pre-registering but you do not become an eligible voter until you have reached your 18th birthday. Only eligible voters may sign petitions or vote in an election.

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1. Can I register to Vote online?
2. Where do I go to vote? Do I have a specific polling location?
3. How soon can I Vote?
4. Do I need to register for each Election?
5. What if I can't get to a polling location?
6. Do I need to update my address? Even if I move to a different address within the County?
7. How do I check if I'm registered to Vote in New Mexico?
8. Am I required to select a political party in order to complete the registration form?
9. How do I change my political party?
10. What will be on my voting ballot?
11. I am 17 years old now but will be 18 before the next state general election. Can I complete a voter registration form now and will I then be able to sign petitions?
12. What if I don't see my question here?
13. Do I have to request an Absentee Ballot before each election?
14. How can I work at a polling location?