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Connecticut

A State-by-State Guide to Absentee Voting

How do I request an absentee ballot?
Go to this page and download the application for an absentee ballot (available in English or Spanish) and fill it out according to the instructions. Mail your completed application to the municipal clerk of the municipality in which you are a registered voter.

Where do I send the request?
Send your request to your town clerk.

What is the deadline for requesting an absentee ballot?
Your application must be received at the municipal clerk’s office before the October 13th, 2008.

What are the deadlines for voting absentee?
Absentee ballots for the November 4 General Election become available October 3.
The deadline for returning a ballot is 8:00 pm on Election Day.

Mailed ballots must also be received by 8:00 pm on Election Day:
General Election: November 4

What are the election dates and deadlines for 2008?
General Election: November 4
Mail-in voter registration must be received by October 21st for the General Election to ensure eligibility.

How do I contact the Secretary of State / Election officials?
Susan Bysiewicz, Secretary of the State
P.O. Box 150470
Hartford, CT 06115-0470
http://www.sots.ct.gov
Tel: 860-509-6200
Fax: 860-509-6209

Legislation & Elections Administration Division
P.O. Box 1504170
Hartford, CT 06115-0470
Tel: 860-509-6100
Fax: 860-509-6127
Toll-free (in State): 1-800-540-3764
(not available in all calling areas)
TDD: 1-800-303-3161
Email: lead@po.state.ct.us

Additional information:
Find information on elections and voting at this site.