Voter Registration
/ˈvoʊtər ˌrɛdʒɪˈstreɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The process by which eligible citizens enroll themselves to vote in elections, establishing their qualification and eligibility.
Voter registration is required before participating in the upcoming election.
- (n.) The statutory procedure and rules governing the maintenance and verification of voter rolls by election authorities.
The election board updated the voter registration to remove ineligible names.
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Commentary
Voter registration laws vary by jurisdiction; careful drafting is needed to specify eligibility and procedural requirements to avoid disenfranchisement.
This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.