Press Releases

State Board to Randomly Select Ballot Groups for Hand Count Audits

All 100 counties will hand count ballots from randomly selected precincts to check the accuracy of voting equipment.

Election Officials to Host Press Availability Before Second Primary

Karen Brinson Bell, executive director of the State Board of Elections, will hold a virtual press availability on Monday.

Early Voting Continues, Election Day Nears in 2024 Second Primary

The 2024 second primary election will be held statewide on Tuesday, May 14, 2024. In-person early voting ends at 3 p.m. Saturday, May 11, in all 100 counties.

State Board Clarifies That Voting While Serving a Felony Sentence Is Unlawful

North Carolinians convicted of felonies who have not completed their sentences are not permitted to register or vote in the state.

8 Reminders for Voters as Early Voting Begins in 2024 Second Primary

Early voting for the 2024 second primary begins Thursday, April 25, and ends Saturday, May 11.

State Board Offers Free Seminars About the Photo ID Requirement to Vote

The State Board of Elections is offering free seminars about the photo ID requirement for voting.

State Board Meeting (April 11, 2024)

The State Board of Elections will hold a remote meeting at 4 p.m. Thursday, April 11, 2024.

Absentee Voting Has Begun for Statewide Republican Second Primary

All North Carolina registered Republicans and some unaffiliated voters are eligible to vote in the second primary elections.

Last Call for Applications for Approval of Student and Employee IDs for Voting

Application period runs from April 1 through June 14.

State Board Certifies 2024 Primary Election; Second Primaries to Be Held May 14

The State Board of Elections on Tuesday unanimously certified the results of the 2024 primary election in North Carolina.