Registration and Voting

IMPORTANT DATES AND DEADLINES

Absentee Ballots are available from the Town Clerk beginning October 4, 2024.

 


 

October 18, 2024 -registration by mail -- election deadline -- application. In person and mail-in cut-off.

  • Hours 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.
  • Location: Registrars of Voters Office, Prospect Town Hall, lower level.
  • Those whose rights as to age, citizenship or residence mature after the above date may apply in the office on a daily basis until the opening of the limited session on November 4, 2024, or at such limited session. (9-19b(d)) All mail-in voter registration applications must be received or post-marked by this date in order to be accepted.    This is also the deadline to register to vote using the Online Voter Registration System.    Persons who do not fall into a "matured rights" category may apply for admission in the office between the cut-off date and the opening of the matured rights session, but such applications are not effective until the third day following the date of the election.  (9-19g) Final date to apply for cross-town admission.  Actual approval by town of residence may occur after this date.  (9-19e) Last day for an elector to make a signed written request to the registrars of voters for erasure of his name from the registry list.  (9-35b) 2023, and if the applicant is otherwise qualified, the registrar approves the application on November 6th, adds the new elector's name to the list and the new elector may vote in the election on November 7th. If a notice of approval is later returned undelivered, registrars must proceed with confirmation of voting residence notice under Sec. 9-35 or Sec. 9-43 and may challenge applicant at polls. (Sec. 9-23g(d)(2))

NOVEMBER 4, 2024 - LIMITED REGISTRATION SESSION THE LAST WEEKDAY BEFORE ELECTION.  

  • Session of Registrars of Voters to admit those seeking to vote in election whose qualification as to age, citizenship or residence was attained since October 31st.  Registrars of Voters must be in their office during this time.  Hours:  9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.  (Sec. 9-17).
  • SERVICEMEN – SPECIAL SESSIONS. Admitting official, on written request received at any time prior to 5:00 p.m. on this date, may admit as electors members of armed forces and former members of armed forces discharged within the calendar year immediately preceding such request, if found qualified.  (9-25) Applications from servicemen and persons out of the country may be received throughout the day.  (9-25 and 9-26)

REGISTRATION

In Person or by Mail:  Complete a voter registration card. Return it by mail or in person to the Registrars of Voters office. Voter registration cards are also available at Public Libraries, Social Service Agencies, Motor Vehicle Offices, the Registrars of Voter's Office, or the Town Clerk’s Office. 

 Online: Register online by clicking Here

Already Registered?  Check the  Secretary of the State’s Voter Registration page to find out if you are currently registered to vote and your polling location.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Age:  Must be 18 by Election Day; 17-year-olds, who will turn 18 on or before Election Day, may vote in a primary of a party held for such regular Election. (CGS 9-431)

Residency:  Must be a resident of Prospect

Felony Convictions: Voting privileges are restored upon the release from confinement.

 

VOTING

In Person: Vote on Election Day at your polling location. Go to the designated polling location for your voting district to cast your ballot. If you do not know your polling location, contact the Registrars of Voters Office at (203) 758-4461. 

Absentee Ballots: This process is handled by the Town Clerk’s office. The Voter must request an application first and if the requirements are met, the voter will receive an absentee ballot. This can be done all in one day, in person, at City Hall; or by mail. 

Permanent Absentee Ballots: Effective January 1, 2013, voters with permanent disabilities may be eligible for permanent absentee ballot status. The voter must file an absentee ballot application together with a doctor's certificate on the physician's letterhead stating that they have a permanent disability and are unable to appear in person at the polling location. Once this is received, absentee ballots will be sent to the voter for each election they would be eligible to vote. Permanent absentee ballot status is confirmed by the registrars each January according to state law. (§ 9-140e) 

Voters with Disabilities:  Each polling place has an Assisted Voting system available. This enables any voter to access an audio or touch screen ballot. Polling locations are handicap accessible and election officials are trained to assist voters with mobility issues. Curbside voting is available for voters with temporary or last-minute illness or difficulties.