DemocratsEarly Voting for 2025 in Jefferson County!
Early Voting Sites
All registered voters in Jefferson County may vote at any of the following Early Voting Centers during the designated Early Voting period.
🗳️ Watertown Early Voting Site
Jefferson County Office Building
175 Arsenal Street, Watertown, NY 13601
Parking: Free parking is available in the county lot behind the building (accessible from Sherman Street).
➡️ Weekday Access: Use the intercom at the lot entrance to notify the gatekeeper that you are here to vote. Please Park in the designated visitor spaces.
🗳️ Depauville Early Voting Site
Depauville Fire Hall
15191 School Street, Depauville, NY 13632
🔍 Need Directions or Assistance?
For help finding a voting site or to ask questions about accessibility or accommodations, contact the Jefferson County Board of Elections:
📞 (315) 785-3027
Early Voting Dates and Times
General Election – Tuesday, November 4, 2025
Early Voting in Jefferson County will be available for nine consecutive days prior to Election Day. All registered voters may vote at any designated Early Voting Center in the county during the following dates and hours:
| Date | Hours |
| Saturday, October 25 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Sunday, October 26 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Monday, October 27 | 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
| Tuesday, October 28 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday, October 29 | 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
| Thursday, October 30 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Friday, October 31 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Saturday, November 1 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Sunday, November 2 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
📍 Note: You may vote at any Early Voting Center in Jefferson County, regardless of your assigned polling place for Election Day.
🗓️ Election Day is Tuesday, November 4, 2025. Polls will be open from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
What is Early Voting?
Early Voting provides voters with the opportunity to cast their ballot in person during a nine-day period prior to Election Day. During this time, you may vote at any designated Early Voting Center within your jurisdiction.
Voting during the Early Voting period is the same as voting on Election Day, your vote will be counted. All ballots cast during Early Voting will be securely stored and canvassed after 9:00 p.m. on Election Day.
Please note: On Election Day, polling places are open from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Who Can Vote Early?
All registered voters in Jefferson County are eligible to vote during the Early Voting period. You may cast your ballot at any one of the designated Early Voting Centers located throughout the county, regardless of your residential address within Jefferson County.
When Can I Vote Early?
Early Voting dates vary by election. For 2025, the Early Voting periods are as follows:
Primary Election: Saturday, June 14 – Sunday, June 22
General Election: Saturday, October 25 – Sunday, November 2
During these dates, Early Voting Centers will be open daily.
Absentee and Early Vote by Mail Ballots
Who May Apply for an Absentee Ballot?
You may be eligible to vote by absentee ballot if you meet one of the following criteria:
- You will be absent from your county on Election Day.
(Note: For residents of New York City, this means absence from all five boroughs.) - You are unable to appear at the polls due to temporary or permanent illness or disability.
- You are the primary caregiver for one or more individuals who are ill or physically disabled.
- You are a resident or patient of a Veterans Health Administration Hospital.
- You are currently in jail or prison for a reason other than a felony conviction.
(This includes individuals awaiting grand jury action, awaiting trial, or serving a sentence for a misdemeanor.)
Who May Apply for an Early Mail Ballot?
Any registered voter may apply for an early mail ballot, regardless of reason. Each voter must submit their own application.
Need Assistance?
If you have any questions about Early Voting, Absentee Ballots, or Early Mail Ballots, please contact the Jefferson County Board of Elections at:
📞 (315) 785-3027
