The Davis County Clerk’s Office has detailed the essential requirements and deadlines for voter registration, noting that all applications must be received by the clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. 11 days before an election. Eligible residents can utilize online, in-person, or mail-in methods to ensure their participation in upcoming elections.
Eligibility and Age Requirements
To be eligible to register in Davis County, individuals must be citizens of the United States and have been a resident of Utah for at least 30 days immediately preceding an election. Applicants must also reside within the specific voting district or precinct in which they are applying.
Age requirements vary depending on the type of election. Voters must be at least 18 years old on the day of the election. However, for certain primary elections, individuals may register at age 17 provided they will be 18 years of age prior to the associated General Election.
Registration Methods and Deadlines
The Davis County Clerk’s Office provides several pathways for completing registration. Voters holding a current and valid Utah Driver License are able to register or update their existing registration information through the online portal at Vote.Utah.gov.
For those preferring traditional methods, the county office accepts paper registration forms. These can be submitted in person at the County Clerk's office during regular business and business hours, which typically run from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Registration forms may also be returned via mail, provided they reach the clerk's office by the established deadline.
Provisional Voting Procedures
While the 11-day deadline is the primary cutoff for standard registration, the county provides a safety net for those who miss the window. Voters who fail to register by the deadline may still register and cast a provisional vote in person during the Early Voting period or on Election Day.
Officials advise that voters using this provisional method should plan for extra time at their polling location to complete necessary paperwork. These individuals are instructed to bring both proof of identity and proof of residency to the polling site to facilitate the process.
Public vs. Confidential Data
The County Clerk’s Office maintains transparency regarding what voter information is accessible to the public. Standard data points, such as a voter's name, residential and mailing addresses, age range, and party affiliation, are considered part of the public record.
However, certain sensitive identifiers remain strictly confidential and are only accessible to authorized government entities. This protected information includes social security numbers, Utah Driver's License or ID numbers, full dates of birth, and signatures.
At-Risk Voter Protections
Davis County provides a specific process for individuals to request that their voter registration records be classified as 'at-risk' to prevent the public release of personally identifiable information. Under Utah law, this designation is limited to specific categories of people.
Eligible applicants for at-risk status include, or residents living with, victims of domestic violence or dating violence; law enforcement officers; members of the armed forces; and individuals protected by a protective or protection order. The designation also extends to public figures, which under Utah Code 20A-1-102(62) now includes elected officials or government employees who have received threats of harm to their person or property.
Application and Limitations
To apply for the at-risk designation, individuals must submit a completed form to the County Clerk's office via mail, email at clerk@daviscountyutah.gov, or in person. While a statement explaining how the individual meets the criteria is required, this step is waived for those who are victims of domestic or dating violence.
Officials noted that while the at-risk request limits the disclosure of registration records, it does not remove personal information that may exist in other commercial or government databases. Additionally, those who sign political petitions, such as initiatives or referendums, may still have their voter identification number and signature date disclosed publicly.
