Press Releases

Candidate Filing Period for the 2026 Statewide Direct Primary Election Begins February 9

Eligible citizens interested in seeking office can file candidacy documents with the Registrar of Voters

CA Secretary of State Approves Orange County’s Election Administration Plan (EAP) 2026-2029

Orange County’s final Election Administration Plan 2026-2029 is posted on the Registrar of Voters’ website

Registrar of Voters Certifies the 2025 Statewide Special Election Results

During the canvass, Registrar of Voters conducted several post-election voting system tests and audits. 

Public Notice of Orange County’s Amended Election Administration Plan 2026-2029

Orange County’s Amended Election Administration Plan 2026-2029 is posted on the Registrar of Voters’ website 

November 4, 2025, Statewide Special Election – Public Service Announcement

The Orange County Registrar of Voters is committed to protecting each voter’s right to cast a ballot easily and securely.

Public Notice of Observation Schedule for the November 4, 2025 Statewide Special Election

Observation Schedule for the Nov 4, 2025 Statewide Special Election

Orange County, CA Registrar of Voters Completes the Canvass of the 2025 Special Election

During the canvass, Registrar of Voters conducted several post-election voting system tests and audits. 

Orange County, CA Registrar of Voters Invites the Public to Get Involved in the 2025 Election Administration Plan (EAP) Update

The Orange County Registrar of Voters will host a series of Public Workshops starting in July 2025; information about the workshops and additional opportunities to participate are posted on an updated EAP webpage.