Quick Guide: Vote Today in California's Special Election

Riverside County voters have until 8 p.m. today to cast ballots on Proposition 50, the congressional redistricting measure, at 55 vote centers, 96 drop boxes or by mail.

Quick Guide: Vote Today in California's Special Election
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What's on the Ballot

Today's statewide special election features a single measure: Proposition 50, which would temporarily replace California's current congressional district maps with new legislatively-drawn maps through 2030.

  • YES vote: Adopts new congressional district maps drawn by the Legislature
  • NO vote: Keeps current maps drawn by the independent Citizens Redistricting Commission

How to Vote TODAY (Tuesday, November 4)

Vote Centers Open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

All 55 vote centers throughout Riverside County are open today. You can:

  • Vote in person at ANY vote center
  • Drop off your completed mail ballot
  • Register to vote and vote same-day
  • Get assistance in multiple languages
  • Use accessible voting equipment

Find your nearest vote center at voteinfo.net

Drop Off Your Mail Ballot

  • 96 official ballot drop boxes are available countywide until 8 p.m.
  • No postage needed
  • Drop at ANY location in Riverside County

Mail Your Ballot

  • Must be postmarked by TODAY
  • Walk into post office and request postmark to ensure it's dated
  • Will be counted if received by November 11

Find Your Nearest Vote Center

View all 55 vote center locations and addresses at voteinfo.net

Registrar of Voters Main Office 2720 Gateway Drive, Riverside Hours: 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Missed the Registration Deadline?

You can still vote! California offers same-day voter registration at:

  • Any vote center in Riverside County
  • The Registrar of Voters office

Bring ID and proof of residence.

Track Your Ballot

Monitor your ballot's journey at WheresMyBallot.sos.ca.gov

Need Help?

Riverside County Registrar of Voters

  • Phone: (951) 486-7200 or (800) 773-VOTE (8683)
  • Website: voteinfo.net
  • Available in English, Spanish, and other languages

Important Reminders

  • Polls close at 8 p.m. sharp
  • If you're in line by 8 p.m., you can vote
  • Only ballots from registered voters will be counted
  • Results will begin posting after 8 p.m. at voteinfo.net

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