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Absentee and Early Voting

Voter Eligibility
To vote in any election in Minnesota, you must be:
  • a citizen of the United States
  • at least 18 years of age on election day
  • a resident of Minnesota for at least 20 days
  • properly registered
Eligibility requirements for voting are established by the State of Minnesota. For more information, visit the Minnesota Secretary of State website.

Early Voting (In Person)
Early voting in-person is available at Shakopee City Hall during general elections. The next general election is in 2026.

Absentee Ballot (By Mail or Drop Off)

Shakopee voters do not need an excuse to vote early by absentee ballot or in person.

Voters can request an absentee ballot by mail by contacting https://mnvotes.sos.mn.gov/abrequest/index

Absentee ballots must be received by Scott County no later than the day before the election. Mail ballots to:

Scott County Elections
Government Center
200 Fourth Avenue West
Shakopee, MN 55379

Voter Registration
Are you registered? If you have voted within the last four years and have not changed your name or address since that time, you do not need to re-register. Visit the Minnesota Secretary of State's website to determine whether you are registered to vote at your current address.
How to Register

Eligible voters may register at their precinct’s polling location on Election Day with one of the following authorized proof of residence:

  • A valid Minnesota driver's license or learner's permit (or receipt) showing a current address in that precinct.
  • A valid Minnesota ID (or receipt) showing a current address in that precinct.
  • Prior registration in the same precinct with former name or address shown on the roster.
  • A mailed notice received from the Scott County Auditor's Office indicating an insufficient registration.
  • Notice of late registration sent by Scott County Elections.
  • Tribal ID card that shows name, current address, signature and photo.
  • A photo ID (MN driver's license or MN ID with former address; U.S. passport; U.S. military ID; MN student photo ID from a post-secondary institution; Tribal ID with former address bearing name, signature and picture) with current bill showing voter’s name and current address (i.e. utility bill due within 30 days of the election; student fee statement; rent statement dated within 30 days of election day that itemizes utilities)
How to Pre-Register

Eligible voters may also pre-register in advance to save time on Election Day.

Pre-registration closes 20 days prior to the election. Scott County Elections Office is responsible for voter registration.