Frequently Asked Questions
The written request must include your name, your home street address, the county, and indicate which election you are requesting a ballot for. You must sign your request. You cannot request ballots for another voter, i.e. spouse or children. Send your written request to: Payette County Clerk at 1130 3rd Ave. N. #104, Payette, Idaho 83661 For further information contact the clerk’s office at (208) 642-6000.
Sample ballots - please see Election Information tab on this website.
The polling locations will be open from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Election Day. Precinct 1 - United Methodist Church, Payette Precinct 2 - American Legion Hall, Payette Precinct 3 - Payette City Hall, Payette Precinct 4 - Senior Citizens Hall, Payette Precinct 5 - Corpus Christi Catholic Church, Fruitland Precinct 6 - Fruitland City Hall, Fruitland Precinct 7 - Farmer's Mutual Telephone, Fruitland Precinct 8 - Westside Assembly of God, New Plymouth Precincts 9 & 10 - New Plymouth School District, New Plymouth
Identification required: Residence Proof Required: You need to register again if you have:
How can I receive an absentee ballot by mail?
If you are a qualified registered voter you may request an absentee ballot in writing. Address your request to Payette County Clerk at 1130 3rd Ave. N. #104 Payette, Idaho 83661. You may also fax your written request to (208) 642-6011.
When and where can I absentee vote in person?
Payette County Clerk's Office at 1130 Third Ave N, Payette ID from October 16, 2023 through November 3, 2023.
Where can I obtain a sample ballot?
Sample Ballots will be available beginning October 23, 2023 in the Clerk's Office.
Where is my polling place?
Below is a list of the county’s polling locations. To determine your polling place you may contact the clerk’s office @ 642-6000.
What is the last day I can register to vote?
Voter pre-registration closes 25 days prior to an election. However, you can register to vote on election day at your polling place. Another option is to register and in-person absentee vote at the clerk's office the Friday prior to the election. You must have picture ID, and proof of 30-day residency such as one of the following:
Idaho Driver's License
Idaho ID Card
Tribal ID Card
US Passport
Deed of Trust, Lease or Rental Agreement
Utility Bill - within 60 days
Proof of Insurance, Bank Statement, Property Tax Statement
School enrollment paper for current school year
Who can register to vote?
Anyone who is a U. S. citizen, 18 years old by election day, and resides within this state and within the county at least 30 days prior to election at which he/she desires to vote. You are not eligible to vote if you have been convicted of a felony and your rights have not been restored.