Upcoming Elections
There are no state-wide elections in Delaware in 2021.
Election Rules
Voter Registration Deadline: The fourth Saturday before Election Day in-person, online, or by mail
Delaware does not have early voting, if you cannot vote in-person on Election Day, request an absentee vote-by-mail ballot. Request an absentee ballot here. Contact your county board of elections if you have other questions.
Delaware’s Department of Justice runs an Address Confidentiality Program for crime victims registering to vote. Learn more here.
Restoration of Voting Rights After Felony Convictions: Those who commit disqualifying felonies (murder, bribery, sexual offenses) are permanently disenfranchised. The right to vote will be restored for felons who committed other felonies after being pardoned or the completion of sentence and parole or probation.
ID Requirements for Voting: An ID is not required, however if you do not show your ID at the polling site, you will need to fill out a form before you can vote.
Absentee Voting: An excuse is required to obtain an absentee ballot. Voters can fill out a form online and return it to their county Board of Elections. Applications must be received at least 4 days before Election Day. Completed ballots must be received by the close of polls on Election Day. View the list of excuses and download the application here.
Gender Gaps in Representation
Delaware ranks 40th in the country for women’s representation in the State Legislature.
Delaware Congressional Delegation
Delaware State Legislature
Voter Turnout
Delaware had higher voter turnout than the United States overall for both men and women in the 2016 Elections.
Percent Voter Turnout by Gender
Percent Voter Turnout by Race
Other races not shown due to population size
