June 2, 2026, California Primary Election
| Election Date | Election Type |
|---|---|
| 6/2/2026 | Statewide Primary |
Election Information
- All California active registered voters will receive a Vote-by-Mail ballot for the June 2, 2026, California Primary Election.
- Ballots will be mailed to registered voters beginning no later than May 4, 2026.
- The last day to register to vote in this election is May 18, 2026. Conditional (or "same day") registration is available within 14 days of the election in person only at either County Elections Office (SLO or Atascadero) or at a polling location or elections office on Election Day.
- California Secretary of State's website for the June 2, 2026, election
Voter Information
- Voter Information Calendar and Voter FAQs
- Interested in learning about the ballot marking device that is an option for all voters? We created a video demonstrating how to use the ICX digital ballot marking device.
- Voter Bill of Rights
- Life Cycle of a Vote-by-Mail Ballot
- How Do I Know My Vote Was Counted?
- Why Does It Take So Long to Count the Votes?
- What is Remote Accessible Vote-by-Mail (RAVBM)?
- The Elections Office has no legal authority and is not trained to investigate allegations of election, candidate, or voter fraud. To report an incident of alleged fraud, contact the State Fraud and Investigations Unit, 916-657-2166 or 1-800-345-VOTE, or use the Secretary of State's Voter Complaint Form. You can also contact the SLO County District Attorney.
Precinct Worker Information
- Interested in being a Precinct Worker?
- Apply to be a Precinct Worker
- Adopt-a-Poll flyer and program details
- Student Poll Worker Application, brochure, and flyer
Candidate Information
Links to information regarding important dates, details about running for office, a list of candidates, and relevant Notices of Election will be posted here as they become available.
- The Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) offers a number of resources -- including webinars, videos, and trainings -- for candidates and committees.
Randomized Alphabet and Candidate Rotation Information
- The California Secretary of State and San Luis Obispo County will conduct their respective random alphabet draws at 11:00 am on March 2, 2026. San Luis Obispo's local draw is conducted at our office, located at 1055 Monterey Street, Suite D120 in San Luis Obispo. The public is invited to observe both processes.