If you’re a U.S. citizen and will be 18 or older on or by Nov. 2, you can vote. Federal and state laws guarantee your right to vote. Voter harassment is illegal.

But if you want to vote, you must register 29 days before the election. This year, that’s Monday, Oct. 4. So get off yer butt and register.

Get your hands on a voter registration form. Voter registration forms are available at all public libraries and license branches, township trustees’ offices and on the Web at http://www.in.gov/sos/elections/vote_reg.html You cannot register to vote on the Internet. You may also obtain a form by calling (317) 327-5040.

Fill in the form Mail it or take it to the Board of Voter Registration Suite W131 City-County Building 200 E. Washington St. Indianapolis, IN 46204-3355 You may also register in person at the City-County Building.