Here are important websites Maricopa County voters can use to prepare for the election

PHOENIX — With the general election less than two months away, Arizona voters will soon be searching for voting locations, election deadlines, ballot information and more.

Many voters will likely be marking their calendars for Maricopa County elections deadlines. That’s only one of the many things voters have on their to-do list, which likely includes researching candidates and figuring out how to request mail-in ballots.

With a long to-do list and a sea of information to parse, it can be hard for voters to find the best sources of election information.

To make life easier for voters, Maricopa County Elections released a list of recommended websites voters can use to be informed ahead of Election Day on Nov. 5.

Where to find voting locations

Residents can find their voting locations by visiting Locations.Maricopa.Vote.

The website provides voters the ability to search locations by address, city or zip code. People can customize their search by seeking centers that offer in-person voting, are drop box only or both. Voters can also search the name of the voting center.

Maricopa will host 246 voting locations for the general election. Twelve locations will open on Oct. 9, when early voting begins.

Maricopa voters can cast a ballot at any location. After checking in and presenting ID, a ballot specific to that voter will be printed and voted onsite.

Maricopa County elections deadliness

• September 21: Ballots sent to military and overseas voters
• October 7: Voter registration deadline for Maricopa County residents
• October 9: In-person early voting begins
• October 25: Last day to request an early ballot
• October 29: Recommended last day to mail back ballots
• November 5: Election Day

How to access the voter dashboard and view sample ballot

Information on voter registration status, early voting status, personal information and sample ballots can be found at BeBallotReady.Vote.

After signing into the dashboard with a date of birth, last name, address number and either the last four of a user’s social security number or driver’s license number will have access to their voter dashboard.

Users can view their current voting status, request an early ballot, view a sample ballot, review candidates, create a temporary address if out of town, learn of voting assistance services and find election results.

Other relevant websites for Arizona voters

Maricopa County officials also recommend Arizona voters use Request.Maricopa.Vote if they need to request a one-time mail-in ballot.

Not sure where the candidates stand on various issues? CandidateList.Maricopa.Vote has ample information on the people running in various local elections.

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