Reentry Resources in St. Louis

Voting is a fundamental process of our democracy, and the freedom to vote allows you to exercise your constitutional right to participate in democracy. This section explains how to become a registered voter in Missouri. The importance of becoming a registered voter after your release cannot be understated—your vote holds political leaders accountable and allows you to choose representatives who will vote on other measures, bills, and issues. In conclusion, your vote impacts what bills are enacted into law, what judges are appointed to benches, and much more.

Missouri

In Missouri, once your full sentence ends, including parole or probation, you are eligible to vote. You can register in Missouri if you are at least 17 ½ years old and will be 18 years of age on election day, a U.S. citizen, and a Missouri resident.

The preferred voter registration method for formerly incarcerated people in Missouri is in person. You will need to bring your probation or parole discharge papers with you, along with acceptable ID. If you need help obtaining your discharge letter, call the probation department: (314) 340-3801.

Four Ways You Can Register to Vote

1. Submit an online application at www.sos.mo.gov/elections/goVoteMissouri/register.
2. Print and mail your Voter Registration Application. Print and complete the PDF found at www.sos.mo.gov/elections/goVoteMissouri/register and mail it to your local election authority. You can find your local election authority with the link above. You will need to search for the address in your county.
3. Fill out the form in person at your County Clerk’s Office or by visiting any Department of Motor Vehicles office.
4. You can fill out an online form at www.sos.mo.gov/elections/goVoteMissouri/register to request a voter registration application be mailed to you. Once you receive the application in the mail, you will need to complete it and submit it to your local election authority.