Thrill to the spectacle of Logic and Accuracy Testing from the primary election two years ago.

Press release from the Humboldt County Elections Office:

The Humboldt County Office of Elections invites members of the Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury, political party organizations, the media and any member of the public interested in the election process to observe all aspects of the November 5, 2024 General Election. There are many upcoming opportunities to observe the election process.

Logic and Accuracy Testing

Logic and accuracy testing of the county’s voting machines will begin on Friday, Sep. 27 at 10 a.m. Before each election, the Office of Elections tests ballots and equipment to ensure correct readings of all ballot types. Ballot counting equipment is also tested to ensure it is fully functional and counting votes accurately. A Logic and Accuracy Observer Panel of up to two people will be convened, pursuant to the California Secretary of State’s approved logic and accuracy procedures, to certify the validity and outcome of the testing. This process is open to the public.

Ballot Processing

Vote by mail ballot processing will begin Tuesday, Oct. 8 at 8 a.m. and ballot counting will continue through Election Day on Nov. 5. Results from counted vote by mail ballots will be available shortly after 8 p.m. on Election Day. Counting will resume on Thursday, Nov. 7 and will continue through certification of the election on Thursday, Dec. 5. All ballot processing and counting will take place at the Humboldt County Office of Elections, located at 2426 Sixth St. in Eureka. This process is also open for public observation.

1% Manual Tally 

Pursuant to California Election Code Sections 336.5 and 15360, one percent of the voting precincts in an election are randomly selected for manual tallying of ballot votes to verify the accuracy of the automated count. Additionally, one precinct for each contest not included in the initial random selection is also manually tallied. Humboldt County’s random draw for the 1% manual tally will take place on Thursday, Nov. 7, with the tally starting  on Wednesday, Nov. 13 at 8 a.m. This process is open to the public and shall continue daily until completed, excluding on weekends and holidays unless otherwise determined by the Humboldt County Registrar of Voters.

How to Observe the Election Process

Observers will be welcomed at the Elections Office and at Vote Center locations while they are open through Election Day. Those interested in observing any aspect of the November 5, 2024 General Election process must contact the Elections Office at least 24 hours in advance.

For more information, please call 707-445-7481 or email humboldt_elections@co.humboldt.ca.us.

The Humboldt County Office of Elections is committed to providing the best possible service to voters, districts, candidates and interested parties and ensuring all eligible residents have an opportunity to exercise their right to vote and observe the election process. For more information on the November 5, 2024 election, please visit humboldtgov.org/elections.

About the Humboldt County Office of Elections

The Humboldt County Office of Elections is dedicated to conducting fair, accurate and transparent elections, ensuring the voice of the community is heard and that electoral integrity is maintained. The Elections Office is committed to upholding the democratic process, providing reliable information and maintaining an open line of communication with the public.

For more information, visit humboldtgov.org/elections.