Lassen County Clerk issues election information for voters

Lassen County Clerk Julie Bustamante issued the following statement for voters regarding the upcoming election:

You will not have a traditional polling place during the Nov. 3, 2020 General Election because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Lassen County is adhering to federal guidance and the state’s stay-at-home requirements as directed in the gubernatorial executive order, statutes and the California Department of Public Health directives and guidance in response to the COVID-19 emergency.   Every voter in California was mailed a ballot.

Voters are encouraged to mail their ballot early. If you do not want to mail your ballot, you can drop it off at the County Clerk’s Election office at 220 South Lassen St., Annex in Susanville.

Official Drop Boxes are located behind the Historic Courthouse and at the Fire Station in Janesville, available 24/7 up to 8 p.m. on Election Night.

The Election Office and the Janesville Fire Station will be open to assist voters from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31; Sunday, Nov. 1; and Monday, Nov. 2; and from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Election Day, Tuesday Nov. 3, 2020.

The Lassen County election team is committed to making sure every qualified voter receives a ballot and that every vote counts. We are dedicated to serving Lassen County with honesty and integrity.

If you have questions or need more information, call 251-8217 or toll free (866) 742-8445.