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Wanda Hemphill, Director
Patrick Lee, Deputy Director
E.C. Black Building
13 South Congress St
York, SC 29745
(803) 684-1242 phone
(803) 684-7801 fax
York County
2008 General Election
"Official Results"
CLICK HERE to see the Unofficial Results for York County
Functions
The mission of the Voter Registration and Elections Office is to promote and facilitate voter registration, properly maintain all official voter registration records, conduct fair and impartial elections in accordance with state and federal election laws, protect the integrity of the election process for all, and provide quality customer service for every citizen.
Responsibilities
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Register citizens to vote
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Update and maintain all voter records
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Conduct federal, state, municipal, local, and referenda elections
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Administer absentee precinct for all elections
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Maintain political district maps
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Provide voter education and outreach programs
This Office Does Not
The purpose of our Internet site is to provide relevant registration and elections information. Therefore, we have provided a number of links that will enhance your search for additional information. It is our belief that the Internet has become a valuable tool but should not replace the ability for citizens to communicate first hand. Therefore, we encourage you to call or visit the Registration and Elections office Monday - Friday between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM for additional information or services. Our phone numbers are (803) 684-1242 or (803) 909-7194 toll free from Fort Mill.
TO VOTE IN SOUTH CAROLINA YOU MUST HAVE:
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A valid voter registration card
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A valid South Carolina Drivers License
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A valid South Carolina ID issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles
VOTER REGISTRATION FACTS
If you are not registered to vote in York County you must become registered at least 30 days prior to an election in order to vote. If you are 18 years of age, a US citizen and legal resident of York County, with no felony convictions for which you are currently serving a sentence, including probation, and you are not declared mentally incompetent by a court of law, then you can register to vote. Residents of South Carolina do not register by party. However, when scheduled primary elections are held, in June of even years, you will be required to select a party when you go to the polls to vote. The selection of a party is binding only for that election, or run-off election if required, and does not require the voter stay with that party in the general election.
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The mission of the Voter Registration and Elections Office is to promote and facilitate voter registration, properly maintain all official voter registration records, conduct fair and impartial elections in accordance with state and federal election laws, protect the integrity of the election process for all, and provide quality customer service for every citizen.
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| FAQs (Click Question to View Answer)
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You may check your voter registration status online or call the York County Registration and Elections Office at (803) 684-1242.
You may register in person at the Registration and Elections Office or download a mail-in application On-Line at SC State Election Commissions web site. Additionally, you may pick up a mail-in registration form at any public library in York County, complete the information and mail it to your county of residence in South Carolina. Click here for the location of a York County library nearest you.
You may also register at the Department of Motor Vehicles when you renew or get a new drivers license. Other service agencies where you can register include; the Department of Social Services, Department of Mental Health, Department of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services, Department of Disabilities, and Special Needs, Commission for the Blind, S. C. Protection and Advocacy for the Handicapped and Military Recruitment Offices.
You may check your voting precinct and location by visiting voter registration online and obtain directions from that site. If you know your voting precinct, you may click on voting locations to find a complete listing of precincts and street addresses.
The polls are open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. for all elections. As long as you are in line by 7:00, you are eligible to vote.
You may be eligible to vote using an absentee ballot. Absentee voting is allowed if you are unable to go to the polls for a number of reasons. A complete list of qualifications can be found at the SC Election Commission web site. Absentee voting can be accomplished totally by mail, if the voter allows enough time. Four mailings are necessary as follows: - The voter, or an immediate family member, requests an application be mailed to the voter.
- The voter is mailed an application to complete, sign and return.
- The ballot is mailed only after the Registration and Elections Office has received the completed application.
- The voter mails the ballot back to the Registration and Elections Office so it is received no later than 7:00 pm on the day of the election
Prior to calling the Registration and Elections office to request an absentee ballot, gather the following information. Having this information at your fingertips will reduce the time necessary for our staff to process your request. - Voters Name
- Voter Registration Certificate Number or Social Security Number
- Home Address and Telephone Number
- Absentee Address of voter, if applicable
The requestor must also be a registered voter in South Carolina and provide their voter registration number, address and relationship to voter.
Your representatives are based upon where you live in the county. Most elected officials represent voters in a particular area or voting district; therefore, please be sure your address is always current. You may find your voting districts by viewing your voter registration online status. After you secure your voting district codes, you may find your particular representatives by clicking on Elected Representatives.
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