U.S. Attorney’s Office to Enforce Federal Voting Laws to Protect 2026 Elections

LAS VEGAS - As mail-in ballots are distributed across Nevada for the upcoming primary election, the United States Attorney's Office for the District of Nevada encourages all eligible citizens to participate in the democratic process and reminds the public that voting in federal elections is limited to eligible United States citizens. Nevada's Primary Election will be held on June 9, 2026.

Voting is one of the most important rights and responsibilities of American citizenship, and the U.S. Attorney's Office is committed to protecting both lawful participation in the electoral process and the integrity of our elections.

Federal law limits participation in federal elections to eligible United States citizens. Individuals who are not eligible to vote, including non-citizens who may inadvertently receive election-related materials or ballots, should not complete or submit ballots for federal elections.

"The right to vote is a fundamental part of our democracy," said First Assistant United States Attorney Sigal Chattah for the District of Nevada. "We encourage every eligible citizen to participate in the election process while also ensuring compliance with federal voting laws that protect the integrity and fairness of our elections. Federal law prohibits non-citizens from voting in elections in Nevada, and our office will continue working with our law enforcement partners to investigate and pursue credible violations of federal election laws where appropriate."

"Our republic cannot function without fair elections," said Harmeet K. Dhillon, Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights. "The Justice Department has a zero-tolerance policy for any attempt to illegally undermine the legitimacy of our elections, and we stand ready to prosecute illegal voters and those who enable them."

The U.S. Attorney's Office works closely with federal, state, and local law enforcement partners, as well as election officials, to safeguard the electoral process and ensure compliance with federal laws protecting lawful participation in elections and public confidence in the integrity of the voting process.

Members of the public who believe they have information regarding possible election fraud or unlawful voting activity may contact the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI (225-5324) or submit tips online through the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center at https://www.tips.fbi.gov.

Learn more about the Voting Rights Act and other federal voting laws at DOJ Voting Section.

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