• NEW SERVICE UPDATE: Our office now offers Express Marriage Ceremonies for those interested in a streamlined civil marriage ceremony. This new service can accommodate up to three guests and can immediately follow the issuance of a marriage license.

  • You can now search our website by key word by clicking on "Search our site" in the menu to the left.

  • Big news! We're launching a brand-new opportunity for SLO County students ages 16-18: the Student Elections Ambassador Program. Learn more about it through this recent KSBY story.

  • When is the next countywide election? It is the June 2, 2026, California Primary. We've also got answers to other SLO County Voter FAQs.

  • Want to do a deep dive into all that the Clerk-Recorder's Office tackled and accomplished last year? Take a look at the 2024 Annual Report.

  • The Elections team has produced a short video that brings you behind the scenes during every step of processing and tabulating Vote-by-Mail ballots. Only have a minute? We also produced a quick video that gives you a peek at the current state of the Elections warehouse.

  • Here's a list of all the places you can find us on social media.

Get Started With Our Online Services

Many of our services can be started (or even completed) online before coming into the office:

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DEPARTMENT MISSION: In pursuit of a well-governed community, the County Clerk-Recorder will ensure the integrity of the election process and the records maintained by the office and provide access to these public records by complying with all applicable laws, employing technology to its fullest, and wisely spending the public funds entrusted to us while serving our customers with courteous and well-trained staff.