North Carolina
Candidates who support common-sense gun safety laws are running up and down the ballot this year in North Carolina. Learn more and plan your vote.
In an average year, 1,801 people die by guns in North Carolina. More at EveryStat.
in the country for Gun Law Strength (Same as last year). Learn more about Gun Law Rankings.
North Carolina 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: North Carolina Election Website
Upcoming Statewide Election Dates in North Carolina
General: November 3, 2026
In-Person Voter Registration Deadline
General Election: October 9, 2026,* is the last day for North Carolina residents to register in person to vote in the general election.
* North Carolina offers same-day voter registration during the early voting period prior to Election Day.
Learn more about in-person voter registration in North Carolina.
Mail Voter Registration Deadline
General Election: October 9, 2026, is the last day for North Carolina residents registering via mail to vote in the general election to postmark their application forms.
Use the Gun Sense Voter registration tool to access North Carolina’s voter registration form. You will have the option to download North Carolina’s voter registration form, or to continue with the voter registration process online.
Online Voter Registration Deadline
General Election: October 9, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. ET, is the last day for North Carolina residents to register online to vote in the 2026 general election.
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