Arkansas
Candidates who support common-sense gun safety laws are running up and down the ballot this year in Arkansas. Learn more and plan your vote.
In an average year, 669 people die by guns in Arkansas. More at EveryStat.
in the country for Gun Law Strength (up from #48 last year). Learn more about Gun Law Rankings.
Arkansas Voter Registration Deadlines — 2026 Statewide General Election
As always, it’s best to double-check your state’s election website to verify the information outlined below and to see any recent changes to election rules: Arkansas Election Website
Upcoming Statewide Election Dates in Arkansas
General: November 3, 2026
In-Person Voter Registration Deadline
October 5, 2026, is the last day for Arkansas residents to register in person to vote in the general election.
Learn more about in-person voter registration in Arkansas.
Mail Voter Registration Deadline
October 5, 2026, is the last day for Arkansas residents registering via mail to vote in the general to postmark their application forms.
Use the Gun Sense Voter registration tool to access Arkansas’s voter registration form. You will have the option to download Arkansas’s voter registration form; Arkansas does not offer online voter registration.
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