If I register to vote, will I be called for jury duty?
You are NO longer selected for jury duty from the voter registration list. Registering to vote will have no effect on when or if you are summoned for jury duty.Is there a waiting period before one can register to vote after moving to South Carolina?
No, you may register to vote immediately in person or by mail, but you must be registered at least 30 days prior to an election in the precinct where you wish to vote.Do I have to specify or declare a party preference?
No, you do not have to specify a party when registering to vote. During a primary election, a voter can participate in either party's primary; however, you can only vote in one primary for a particular election.Where will I go to vote?
The voter registration certificate you will receive will contain the name of your voting place. Locations sometimes change. Check here or in your local newspaper.Why do I have to give my social security number?
South Carolina law requires anyone wishing to register to vote disclose their Social Security Number. Social Security Number is used for identification purposes only. It is not released by the County Boards of Voter Registration or State Election Commission.I have lost my voter registration card, will I need it in order to vote?
It is not necessary to have your voter registration card with you when you go to the poll to vote; however, you must have either a valid South Carolina. Driver's License or identification card issued by the Division of Motor Vehicles. The address on the Driver's License or identification card must be the same as on the voter registration list.What if I move to South Carolina after the October 2 voter registration deadline?
Federal law permits you to vote for only President and Vice President in the state in which you were previously registered. Contact voter registration in that state.What are the terms for legislators in South Carolina?
Senators serve for four years and come up for re-election the same years as the US President. Congressmen are elected for two years and all come up for re-election in every even numbered year.
Hilton Head Island voter precinct map (county council)