Stanislaus County Voters Can Vote In-Person or Drop Off Ballots

Voters in Stanislaus County must cast their ballots by 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 3, for the 2026 general election involving local races and statewide measures including housing, taxes, elections, and healthcare. Polling places are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., with locations available in Modesto, Turlock, Oakdale, Waterford, and other communities where voters can register or receive language assistance. County officials state that any vote center is convenient for use. For mail-in ballots, there are 67 drop-off sites open through the same evening deadline; five specific locations feature outdoor boxes at Bonta Elementary School in Crows Landing, Burchell Nursery in Oakdale, and Salida Library. The election registrar notes a significant increase in early voting turnout compared to previous years but reports that operations have remained smooth with staff prepared to assist voters until late on Election Day.