Sample Ballot Lookup Tool Just Clicks Away

The West Virginia primary election is on May 12, less than a month away. The Republican primary is closed to only registered Republicans. Unaffiliated voters in West Virginia can vote, however, on the Democratic side.  

There are yard signs, candidate forums and ads for candidates, but if you’re not sure exactly who you can vote for, there is a tool.  

Secretary of State Kris Warner’s office has released a Sample Ballot Lookup Tool. It is an online portal that allows each voter to view their own sample ballot. Voters simply enter their name, date of birth, and home county to display their sample ballot. 

“Voters reviewing their specific sample ballot before voting is one of the best ways to prepare for the upcoming election,” said Secretary Warner. “The Sample Ballot Lookup Tool is a convenient option available to all registered voters to be informed on Election Day.” 

In addition to the Lookup Tool, Warner said that sample ballots will also be published in a newspaper in every county between April 16 and April 22 and may also be made available upon request from each county clerk’s office. 

April 21 is the last day to register to vote, or update a voter registration, and early in-person voting begins on April 29. 

To learn more about the upcoming May 12 primary election, including photo ID requirements, absentee voting, and other dates and deadlines, visit GoVoteWV.com.