Voting in California? Here’s what you can — and can’t — bring with you to the polls

What You Can Bring

Voters in California are allowed to bring a number of items with them to the polls, including:

• A government-issued ID card, such as a driver's license or passport
• A utility bill or bank statement with your current address
• A paycheck or other document that shows your name and current address

Voters who are not able to provide one of these forms of identification can still vote by provisional ballot. However, their ballot will not be counted until their identity can be verified.

What You Can't Bring

There are a few items that voters are not allowed to bring with them to the polls, including:

• Weapons of any kind
• Food or drink
• Campaign materials

Voters who bring any of these items to the polls may be asked to leave and may not be allowed to vote.

Other Things to Keep in Mind

In addition to the items listed above, there are a few other things that voters should keep in mind when going to the polls:

• Polls are typically open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Election Day.
• Voters can register to vote online, by mail, or in person at their local county elections office.
• Voters can find their polling place by visiting the website of their local county elections office.