Quote Originally Posted by Fender963
I don't know about most states but I'm pretty sure that when you get your driver's license at 18 you are automatically registered to vote, or is it that you are automatically forced to register for a draft if it were to happen?

It has been a long time since I aquired my license, but, I think it is still possible to acquire one at 16, 2 years before one is given the right to vote. And, two years before one could be 'drafted'. So, I don't think that is the case. I think it is possible to register to vote at the same time you renew your license, once 18, but, I don't think it is automatic. As for the 'draft'...I don't think the US has one any longer....but, I think males upon attaining the age of 18 are required to register with the selective service.

As for voting....it is a RIGHT, not an obligation. While I am registered to vote, and I do vote, I don't think anyone HAS to do it, if they feel some reason otherwise. Here, in my county, the jury duty is tied into the voter registration in the county. So, if you are not registered, you won't be called for jury duty. That might be a reason in and of itself NOT to register!