Vote By Mail for Maryland Primary

With the concerns surrounding the COVID-19 Pandemic, we want to encourage Marylanders to use caution as they plan to vote on Primary Day, April 28. The Maryland State Board of Elections has released a statement regarding voting during this pandemic. Every registered voter in the state of Maryland can request an absentee ballot and vote by mail, no reason need be given. COVID-19 is a serious infection that puts many members of our community at risk, and those who are not at high risk to contract it or be harmed by it, can easily transmit the virus throughout the community. Standing in line at polling places and interacting with many people could be a risk for transmission, but we don’t want to discourage voters from having their voice heard on Election Day. Not only do we have a Presidential Primary to decide, there is a Congressional race in our district as well. For that reason, we will encourage people to apply for an absentee ballot and vote by mail.

The Calvert County Democratic Party has a guide to walk you through the steps on how and where to apply for an absentee ballot, as well as the process for turning it in. The key dates you need to know are as follows,

For the 2020 Primary Election, your application must be received by the Calvert County Board of Election (not just mailed) by:

• Tuesday, April 21, 2020, if you want to receive your ballot by mail or fax

• Friday, April 24, 2020, if you want to download your ballot from the State's website

Further detail can be found on our absentee ballot page and if you have any additional questions, please do not hesitate to contact the Calvert County Board of Elections. If any further news changes the plans surrounding the Maryland Primary, we will make sure you are informed. In the mean time, please still plan to vote and keep yourself and your family healthy. Please refer to the CDC Guidelines in prevention and treatment to slow the spread of COVID-19.