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The County Clerk is the chief election authority administering elections throughout DeKalb County. The DeKalb County Clerk’s Elections Division offers numerous services for Local Election Officials, Candidates, Registered Voters and the general public, as well as information on how to register to vote in DeKalb County, IL. The DeKalb County Clerk’s Office strives to conduct all elections in a fair, accurate and efficient manner. It is our goal to provide prompt, courteous and knowledgeable service to everyone, whether in our office, by mail, by phone or via our website. If you do not find what you are looking for or need, please feel free to contact the Elections staff at any time.

Future Elections

Even Numbered Years

  • General Primary: The third Tuesday in March (To Nominate Federal, State, Judicial and County OfficesTo Elect Precinct Committeemen)
  • General Election: The first Tuesday after the first Monday in November (To Elect Federal, State, Judicial and County Offices)

Odd Numbered Years

  • Consolidated Election: The first Tuesday in April (To Elect Municipal, Township, Park District, Library District, School District, Community College District, Regional Office of Education Trustees and Fire District Officials)

Future Election Dates Calendar

Voter Information Portal

  • View your Sample Ballot
  • Check your Voter Registration Status
  • Request a Vote by Mail Ballot
  • Check the Status of your Vote by Mail Ballot

Go to Portal

Elections Links

After utilizing our website and you still don’t see what you are looking for, you may visit the State Board of Elections website for more information: State Board of Elections

Another great resource for Voting Information: USA.Gov