Jefferson County voters will head to the polls on Tuesday, May 19, to cast ballots in the Alabama statewide primary election. Key local races include sheriff, all five county commission seats, tax assessor, tax collector, and the Board of Education, appearing alongside state and federal contests.
Registration Deadlines
The deadline to register to vote in the primary is Monday, May 4. Because Alabama does not offer same-day registration, residents who are not registered or need to update their information must act before this date.
Voters can check their status or register:
- Online: Through the Alabama Secretary of State’s website.
- In Person: By contacting the Jefferson County Board of Registrars.
Election Day Logistics
- Polling Hours: 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
- Requirement: A valid photo ID is mandatory to vote.
Absentee Voting
Absentee voting is already underway. To participate, qualified voters must adhere to the following deadlines:
- Application by Mail: Must be submitted to the Jefferson County Absentee Election Manager by Monday, May 12.
- Application in Person: Must be submitted by Thursday, May 14.
- Returning Ballots (Mail): Must be received by noon on Election Day, May 19.
- Returning Ballots (In Person): Must be received by close of business Monday, May 18.
For eligibility details, contact the Jefferson County Circuit Clerk’s office.
Primary Rules and Runoffs
Alabama is an open primary state, allowing registered voters to choose either party’s primary.
Important Note: Voters who participate in a specific party’s primary must vote in that same party’s runoff if one is held.
- Runoffs: If no candidate in a contested race receives a majority on May 19, the top two vote-getters will meet in a runoff on June 16.
- General Election: Winners from both parties will advance to the general election on November 3.
Resources
Sample ballots, precinct information, and additional voting details are available at:
- Both Jefferson County Probate Office locations.
- sos.alabama.gov.