Red or Black Signature Line on Vote by Mail Envelope

To those who have received a vote by mail ballot, some of our ballot certification envelopes were printed with a black signature line; others had a red one. The color difference is a result of where they were envelopes were printed -- at our outside vendo...

Do you have Voter Power?

Registered voters can preview a personalized sample ballot, track ballot voted by mail or early, find voting site information, see current elected officials, and more!

Did you get a letter from Jesse White about your vote by mail application?

Secretary of State’s office sent a recent reminder letter to many Lake County voters who have already submitted their application to vote by mail.  You can track the status and receipt of both your vote by mail application and voted bal...

Clerk O'Connor interviewed by ABC 7 Chicago

Watch the video as Clerk O'Connor explains some of the security measures in place for the November election.

Postage-Free Vote by Mail Ballot Drop Boxes Open Sept. 24

If you received a ballot by mail and do not want to return it through the U.S. Postal Service, take advantage of the many postage-free drop boxes around the County. On November 3, all drop boxes will be locked at 7 PM.

Request your vote by mail ballot for November 2020

Due to COVID-19, we are encouraging all voters to vote by mail avoiding lines during early voting or on Election Day. Feel safe voting from the comfort of your own home.

Lake County Clerk's Limited Reopening on July 6, 2020

Procedures for Entering Lake County Buildings

As of June 1, 2020, face coverings are required for anyone entering the County buildings. You must bring own face covering.

Social Distancing Requirements

• Customer Service lines – Families/partners may ...