How to Vote in Laramie County

Before you can vote in a Wyoming election, you must register as a voter using the Voter Registration Form (to access the form, click here.) Registrants must fulfill the following qualifications (according to the Wyoming Secretary of State’s Office:)

• Must be 18 years old on Election Day;
• Must be a United States Citizen;
• Must be a resident of Wyoming and live within the precinct of registration;
• Must have a valid Wyoming driver’s license; OR:
  • Driver license number and additional acceptable identification as noted below:
  • No license or expired license? You must provide:
    • A statement acknowledging the missing or expired license on the registration application.
    • The last four digits of your social security number;
    • Additional acceptable identification, i.e., birth certificate, social security card, and/or U.S. military draft record. (Visit the Secretary of State Office’s website here for a full list.)
• You must NOT be convicted of a felony, or if convicted, have had your civil or voting rights restored;
• You must NOT be adjudicated mentally incompetent.
• You MUST withdraw your voter registration from any other jurisdiction when you submit your registration application.

Registration closes on August 5, 2024, for the Primary Election and on October 21, 2024. However, voters may choose to register and vote in person on the same day during the voting period. For the Primary Election, that time period is August 6 to August 19. For the General Election, that time period is October 22 to November 4.

Where to Register for Voting in Laramie County:

To register for voting, you can either visit the County Clerk’s office or website for information on registration locations. Alternatively, you can register by mail. To register by mail, you must have a completed Wyoming voter registration application and copies of your acceptable identification. (see above) Contact the Laramie County Clerks Election office at (307) 633-4242 for assistance with registration.

Wyoming allows for two voting methods: absentee (otherwise known as early voting) and Election Day voting.

What is Absentee Voting? How Do You Absentee Vote?

Absentee voting is a way for you to cast a ballot without having to vote in person at a polling place or voting center. Absentee ballots are often used for individuals traveling, deployed military members, or busy folks wanting to ensure they fulfill their civic duties despite their schedule. Absentee voting in Wyoming requires a specific form – you must request the form via one of the following methods (according to the Wyoming Secretary of State’s Office:)

• By Phone 
• By Mail 
• By Email 
• In Person 
• Online Request Forms 

All Absentee ballots must be received in the county clerk’s office no later than 7:00 p.m. on Election Day for both the Primary and General Elections. Learn more about how to request and submit absentee ballots here. The absentee voting period for the Primary Election is July 23 – August 19, 2024, and for the General Election is October 8 – November 4, 2024. Find more key election dates here.

How to Vote on Election Day

Visit your local County Clerk’s website to find a nearby voting location. Bring your Valid ID and any necessary documents if you need to register at the same time. Hop in line and get ready to vote.

Be sure to check out what each candidate stands for – a little homework can ensure you cast a vote with the utmost confidence in your choice.