2026 VA District 05 Candidates
Louisa County Voter Information
Election Day November 3, 2026
To be eligible to register to vote in Virginia a person must:
- Be a resident of Virginia (A person who has come to Virginia for temporary purposes and intends to return to another state is not considered a resident for voting purposes)
- Be a U.S. citizen
- Be 18 years old (Any person who is 17 years old and will be eighteen years of age at the next general election shall be permitted to register in advance and also vote in any intervening primary or special election.)
- Not be registered and plan to vote in another state
- Not currently declared mentally incompetent by a court of law
- If convicted of a felony, your right to vote must have been restored
Primary Election
June 18, 2026
Mail-in Voting
Virginia voters have the option to apply for a mail-in absentee ballot as early as one year before an election. Applying early ensures plenty of time to receive, complete, and return your ballot without delays. If you know you plan to vote by mail, it’s a good idea to submit your application as soon as possible to guarantee your voice is heard on Election Day.
For further information about voting, elections, and polling locations, visit the Louisa County Voter Registration page or the Virginia Department of Elections site.
If you’re interested in supporting fair and accessible elections, please consider volunteering as a Poll Worker on election day. More information can be found by visiting the Elections Officer Portal or by contacting Cristy Watkins, General Registrar.