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Chesterfield County · VirginiaUpdated 2026-06-19 14:24 EDT
2026 Voter Guide
Everything you need to vote in Chesterfield County in 2026. Nonpartisan, with links to the official sources. Always confirm your ballot and status with the registrar.
Early voting for the August 4 primary is open now through August 1.
Find your races
Enter your address to see what is on your ballot in Chesterfield. It runs in your browser using the U.S. Census Bureau, and nothing is stored.
Chesterfield does not vote as one block. The county is split between two U.S. House districts and five local magisterial districts, so the ballot one neighbor sees is not always the ballot the next street over sees. Here is how the lines fall.
1st District (VA-01)4th District (VA-04)County outline and district lines: U.S. Census Bureau (119th Congress).
1st District (VA-01)
The western and southwestern county, including much of the Midlothian area and the Route 360 / Hull Street corridor out toward Moseley. Represented by Rep. Rob Wittman (R), who has held the seat since 2007. In 2026 he faces the Democrat chosen in the August 4 primary, where seven candidates are running.
4th District (VA-04)
The central and eastern county, including the courthouse area, Chester, Bermuda Hundred, and the more densely populated communities toward Richmond and the rivers. This is where most Chesterfield voters live. Represented by Rep. Jennifer McClellan (D), in office since 2023; in November she faces independents Jason Brown II and Andre Kersey.
Local magisterial districts. For county government, Chesterfield is divided into five magisterial districts, Bermuda, Clover Hill, Dale, Matoaca, and Midlothian, each electing one member of the Board of Supervisors and one School Board member. In 2026 only the Dale District has a county race on the ballot, a special election for the late Jim Holland's seat. Not sure which district you are in? Use the address lookup above, or the county's precinct maps.
August 4 Primary
Virginia moved its 2026 primary from June to August 4 (House Bill 29). It is an open primary, so you choose one party's ballot. What appears on your ballot depends on where you live.
Key dates
Early votingJune 18 to August 1
Central Library (7051 Lucy Corr Blvd) and the Registrar's Office. No satellite sites for this primary.
Register / update byFriday, July 24
After this you can still register and vote a provisional ballot.
Request a mail ballot byFriday, July 24
Return a mail ballot byPostmarked August 4, received by the registrar by noon August 7
Election DayTuesday, August 4, polls 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.
In line by 7 p.m. you may vote.
What is on your ballot
U.S. Senate: Republican primary
All Chesterfield voters, Republican ballot
Kim FaringtonRepublican
A CPA from Fairfax Station and a former federal chief financial officer.
A proposed amendment on the right to marry regardless of sex or gender.
Voting rights restoration
A proposed amendment to automatically restore voting rights to people with felony convictions after they complete their sentence.
Reproductive rights
A proposed amendment on reproductive and abortion rights.
Read the exact wording of each amendment on your sample ballot or at the Virginia Department of Elections before you vote.
What these offices do
U.S. Senator
Virginia elects two U.S. Senators, each to a six-year term, to represent the whole state. Senators write and vote on federal law, confirm judges and appointments, and help set the national budget. Their offices also help residents deal with federal agencies.
U.S. Representative
A U.S. Representative serves a two-year term and represents one congressional district (Chesterfield is split among more than one). Representatives write federal law, control federal spending and taxes, and oversee the executive branch. This is your most local voice in Congress.
County Supervisor
Chesterfield is governed by a five-member Board of Supervisors, each elected from a district to a four-year term. The Board adopts the county budget, sets local tax rates, makes zoning and land-use decisions, and funds schools, public safety, roads, parks, and libraries. These are the decisions that most directly shape your tax bill and your neighborhood.
Voter FAQ
Do I need a photo ID to vote?
No. Virginia does not require a photo ID. Show an acceptable ID, or sign an ID Confirmation Statement at the polls and still cast a regular ballot. Accepted IDs include a Virginia driver's license or DMV ID (expired is fine), a U.S. passport, a government or employer photo ID, a U.S. college student ID, your voter registration card, or a recent utility bill, bank statement, or paycheck with your name and address. Official source ↗
Can I register and vote on the same day?
Yes. After the regular registration deadline (about three weeks before the election), you can still register in person and vote a provisional ballot, either during early voting or on Election Day. The electoral board reviews and approves it before it counts. Official source ↗
Is curbside or accessible voting available?
Yes. Any voter who is 65 or older or who has a disability may vote curbside without leaving their vehicle. Every polling place is wheelchair accessible and has a ballot-marking device so voters with disabilities can vote privately. It helps to call your polling place ahead. Official source ↗
Where can I drop off a mail ballot?
Chesterfield offers ballot drop boxes during early voting and on Election Day, including at the Registrar's Office and the Central Library. Exact locations and hours are set per election, so confirm the current sites with the registrar. Official source ↗
What is a provisional ballot?
It is used when there is a question about your eligibility, for example if your name is not on the pollbook, you registered same-day, or you lacked ID and did not sign the confirmation statement. It is not scanned at the polls; the electoral board reviews your eligibility and decides after the election. Official source ↗
I have a past felony conviction. Can I vote?
In Virginia a felony conviction removes your right to vote, and the Governor restores it individually. Check your status or request restoration through the Secretary of the Commonwealth's process. Once restored, you can register. Official source ↗
I just moved here, or it is my first time. How do I register?
You must be a U.S. citizen, a Virginia resident, and 18 by the next general election. Register online at the Virginia Citizen Portal, by mail, in person at the registrar, or at the DMV. The deadline for a regular ballot is about three weeks before the election; after that, same-day registration with a provisional ballot is available. Official source ↗
What should I bring, and can I take time off work?
Polls are open 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.; anyone in line at 7 p.m. may vote. Bring an accepted ID if you have one, or be ready to sign the confirmation statement. You may bring a sample ballot and your phone, but do not photograph your ballot. Virginia has no general law requiring paid time off to vote, so use early voting if your hours conflict. Official source ↗
How to vote in Chesterfield
Register or check your status: at the official portal, vote.elections.virginia.gov, where you can also see your personalized sample ballot and districts.
Vote early, in person: at the Central Library (7051 Lucy Corr Blvd) or the Registrar's Office during the windows above. November locations post closer to September.
Vote by mail: request and track your ballot at vote.elections.virginia.gov, or through the registrar. Return it by mail or to a drop box at the Central Library or Registrar's Office.
This is a nonpartisan guide compiled from the Virginia Department of Elections, the Chesterfield General Registrar, and VPAP. Candidate fields and dates can change, so confirm everything on your personalized ballot at vote.elections.virginia.gov or call the registrar at 804-748-1471. For campaign-finance records, see the Virginia Public Access Project.
