Arizona's statewide Primary Election is here. Here's what you need to know.

Arizona’s primary election is on Tuesday, July 30. 

All voters who registered before July 1st can cast a ballot for the primary election–different from the presidential preference, where only registered Democrats and Republicans could vote. 

Here are some answers to frequently asked questions about Arizona’s primary election.

Why are primary elections important?

A: Voting in primary elections is important as they determine who will be the nominees for each political party during the general election. For example, if there are three candidates for the Republican nomination for a state senate seat, then the primary election will decide which of the three candidates will be the Republican nominee.

Q: When is the primary election?

A: July 30, 2024

Q: When are the polls open?

A: Voters can cast their ballot anytime between 6 a.m. and 7 p.m. on Election Day. In order to cast a ballot

Q: What identification should be brought to the polls?

A: Voters may bring a photo ID that includes their name and address. Examples include a valid Arizona driver's license, an Arizona non-operating identification card, a valid United States federal, state, or local government-issued ID, a tribal enrollment card, or other form of tribal identification.

If voters do not have any of the forms of identification listed above, they may bring two forms of identification that do not have a photo but contain a name and address. Examples include an Indian census card, Arizona vehicle insurance car, a valid Arizona vehicle registration and/or a utility bill for a service like gas or water.

Tribal members are not required to have an address or photo on their ID for them to cast a provisional ballot.

Q: Can anyone participate in Arizona’s primary election?

A: Voters in this primary election must be citizens of the United States, residents of Arizona, residents of the county they reside in, and 18 years old by the day of the general election. If you have been convicted of a felony and have not had your civil rights restored, then you are ineligible to register to vote.

If you are unsure if you are registered, you can look online at my.arizona.vote or contact your local county recorder’s office. You must have registered to vote before July 1st to cast a ballot for this year’s primary.

Q: Which ballot goes to who?

A: Voters will receive a ballot that aligns with their political affiliation. For example, democrats will receive a democratic party ballot. Libertarians will receive a libertarian party ballot. Independent voters must choose between a democratic, republican, or local non-partisan ballot.

However, if you are affiliated with the “No Labels” party, then there will not be any federal, state, or legislative candidates on the No Labels party ballot. This is because a preliminary injunction is barring NOL candidates from being on the Arizona Primary Election ballot. Voters who are on the Active Early Voting List registered with the No Labels party will be given a ballot with no candidates listed on it.

Q: What happens if I am standing in line when polls close?

A: Do not leave. If while you are in line the polls close, you still have the right to cast your ballot. If you do leave, you won’t be able to go back and cast one after the deadline. 

Q: Can I drop off my ballot?

A: Yes. Voters may be able to drop off the ballots at any voting location within their county. You do not have to wait in line.

Q: Where can I find a list of the candidates on the primary ballot?

A: Visit the Arizona Citizens Clean Elections Commision’s website for the list of candidates who have filed to run this election. Their website also contains crucial deadlines, guides, and videos if more information is needed for this year’s elections.

If you have any other questions or concerns about the 2024 election in Arizona, please let us know. We can be reached at newsroom@azpm.org.