Election Day is November 8. It's time to study up.

There's a lot on the ballot, including 17 statewide ballot measures certified by the California Secretary of State’s Office. You'll be voting on a range of issues like legalizing marijuana, the death penalty, prescription drug costs, taxes and much more.

To help you sift through the measures, we've gathered up what you'll need to know to make an informed decision: what the opponents and supporters are saying, the measures' fiscal impact, and the campaign money spent to support and oppose each proposal.

Here's a quick overview and links to more information:

Want an audible study guide? Listen to the attached audio.

Beyond these measures, there may be others on your local ballot. Type in your address below to view your personalized sample ballot. Get to it. The election is right around the corner.