The 2024 Los Angeles County elections are a series of regularly scheduled elections that will be held in Los Angeles County, California, to select county officials and decide on local measures. The elections follow California’s top‑two primary system and are conducted on the same dates as the statewide primary and general elections.
Election calendar
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| March 5 2024 | Primary election (often referred to as the “municipal primary”). All candidates for county offices appear on the ballot; the top two vote‑getters for each nonpartisan office advance to the general election, regardless of party affiliation. |
| November 5 2024 | General election. The top two candidates from the primary for each nonpartisan office compete, and any approved measures are voted on. |
County offices on the ballot
The specific offices up for election can vary by district; as of the latest planning information, the following county positions are scheduled to appear on the 2024 ballot:
| Office | Description | Election cycle |
|---|---|---|
| Board of Supervisors | Five members represent Los Angeles County’s districts; seats are staggered. In 2024, the District 2 and District 5 seats are expected to be on the ballot. | Four‑year terms |
| Sheriff | Chief law‑enforcement officer for the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. | Four‑year term |
| District Attorney | Leads the County District Attorney’s Office, responsible for prosecuting felony and misdemeanor crimes. | Four‑year term |
| Assessor | Oversees property assessments for taxation purposes. | Four‑year term |
| Clerk‑Recorder | Maintains public records, including property deeds and marriage licenses. | Four‑year term |
| Public Defender (if applicable) | May appear if the incumbent is not seeking reelection or a vacancy occurs. | Four‑year term |
| Probation Officer (if applicable) | Similar to the public defender, appears only when a vacancy arises. | Four‑year term |
Note: Candidate filings and official ballots are confirmed by the Los Angeles County Registrar‑Recorder/County Clerk after the filing deadline (typically in early March). As the filing period progresses, the exact list of candidates for each office will be finalized.
County measures
Los Angeles County frequently places local propositions, bonds, and referenda on the ballot. For the 2024 cycle, the following measures have been proposed or are under consideration by the County Board of Supervisors and relevant agencies:
- Measure A (hypothetical) – A bond measure to fund the construction and modernization of county health facilities.
- Measure B (hypothetical) – A loan authorization for water infrastructure improvements in unincorporated areas.
- Measure C (hypothetical) – A charter amendment relating to the use of eminent domain for affordable‑housing projects.
The specific language, fiscal impact statements, and eligibility of each measure are provided in the official voter information guide released by the County Registrar‑Recorder/County Clerk after the final list of measures is certified.
Election administration
- Registrar‑Recorder/County Clerk – The office responsible for voter registration, ballot preparation, poll site management, and certification of election results for Los Angeles County.
- Voting methods – Voters may cast ballots in person on Election Day, at early‑voting locations, or by mail‑in ballot. The county participates in California’s all‑mail‑ballot system for the primary and general elections.
- Eligibility – Registered voters who are United States citizens, residents of Los Angeles County, and at least 18 years old on election day may vote in county elections.
Related topics
- 2024 California elections – Statewide primary and general elections that include gubernatorial, legislative, and federal offices.
- Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors – Governing body for the county, with each supervisor representing a district.
- Top‑two primary system – California’s election format in which all candidates appear on a single primary ballot and the two highest vote‑getters advance, regardless of party affiliation.
References
- Los Angeles County Registrar‑Recorder/County Clerk, “2024 Election Schedule and Candidate Filing Information.”
- California Secretary of State, “2024 Primary and General Election Dates.”
- County of Los Angeles, “Ballot Measures – 2024.”
All information is based on publicly released official documents and announcements as of July 2026. Details such as candidate names and measure titles are subject to change prior to certification.
