News Release

Secretary Griswold Encourages Coloradans to Vote, Return Ballots for the 2024 General Election

Denver, November 5, 2024 - It’s Election Day in Colorado and Secretary of State Jena Griswold is encouraging Coloradans to return their ballot to a drop box or voting center, or to vote in-person today by 7 p.m.

“Today is Election Day, and every eligible Coloradan should have their voice heard. No matter your age, skin color, or ZIP code, every voter has a say in our democracy,” said Secretary Griswold. “Find more information about where and how to vote at GoVoteColorado.gov or at your County Clerk's website.”

Election Night Reporting will begin at 7 p.m. on the Secretary of State’s website.

Important information for Colorado voters:

• Coloradans can return their ballot to a drop box or voting center by 7 p.m. It is too late to return by mail. 
• Coloradans can still register to vote, receive a ballot, and vote in person at a voting center until 7 p.m. Voters who are in line by 7 p.m. are also still able to cast a ballot.
• RTD is also offering a Zero Fare Day today to make it even easier for Coloradans to vote.
• Colorado voters can visit GoVoteColorado.gov to find accurate election information.
• All Colorado voters can sign up to track their ballot at BallotTrax.
• Ballots cast by military and overseas voters must be received by County Clerks by November 13.
• 365 voting centers and 433 drop boxes are available for voters statewide. Voters can look up their locations, opening date, and hours at GoVoteColorado.gov.
• Every voter’s right to a secret ballot is constitutionally protected in Colorado.
• Electioneering is prohibited within 100 feet of a drop box, voting center, or ballot processing facility.
• Except for law enforcement and licensed security officials, open carrying or concealed carrying a gun is prohibited within at least 100 feet of a drop box or voting center.
• If you feel harassed or threatened, you have the right to contact local law enforcement, the Colorado Attorney General’s Office, or the U.S. Department of Justice.