Maine
Candidates who support common-sense gun safety laws are running up and down the ballot this year in Maine. Learn more and plan your vote.
In an average year, 178 people die by guns in Maine. More at EveryStat.
in the country for Gun Law Strength (up from #23 last year). Learn more about Gun Law Rankings.
Maine Voter Registration Deadlines — 2026 Statewide Primary and General Elections
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: Maine Election Website
Upcoming Statewide Election Dates in Maine
Primary: June 9, 2026
General: November 3, 2026
In-Person Voter Registration Deadline
Primary Election: June 9, 2026, is the last day for Maine residents to register in person to vote in the primary election.
General Election: November 3, 2026, is the last day for Maine residents to register in person to vote in the general election.
Learn more about same-day voter registration in Maine.
Mail Voter Registration Deadline
Primary Election: May 19, 2026, is the last day for Maine resident voter registration applications to be received by your municipal registrar or the Division of Elections via mail.
General Election: October 13, 2026, is the last day for Maine resident voter registration applications to be received by your municipal registrar or the Division of Elections via mail.
Use the Gun Sense Voter registration tool to access Maine’s voter registration form. You will have the option to download Maine’s voter registration form, or to continue with the voter registration process online.
Online Voter Registration Deadline
Primary Election: May 19, 2026, is the last day for Maine residents to register online to vote in the 2026 primary election.
General Election: October 13, 2026, is the last day for Maine residents to register online to vote in the 2026 general election.
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