Voter Checklist

The Brennan Center for Justice, along with the Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights, created the follow voter checklist pamphlet, ideal for handing out during registration drives. Simply download the file, print, cut, and distribute.

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1. Be sure you are properly registered.
Most states require voters to register in advance of an election (though some allow voters to register on Election Day). Deadlines range from 3 to 30 days before an election. To find out if you are properly registered, confirm your address, obtain a copy of a voter registration form, or learn about registration deadlines in your state, call 866-OUR-VOTE or, for more information about registration rules in your state go to http://www.866ourvote.org.

2. Be sure you go to the correct polling place.
In many states, if you vote at the wrong location, your vote will not be counted. If you are unsure exactly where to vote, find your polling location by calling 866-OUR-VOTE or by going to http://www.canivote.org.

3. Find out your options for convenient voting.
Many states allow individuals to vote prior to Election Day, either in person or by absentee ballot. Absentee voters typically must request an absentee ballot in advance.To learn about the options in your state, including how to obtain an absentee ballot, visit http://www.866ourvote.org, or call 866-OUR-VOTE.

4. Find out if you are required to show ID.
Every state has identification requirements for at least some categories of voters. Find out the rules for your state by visiting http://www.866ourvote.org, or calling 866-OUR-VOTE.

5. Review sample ballots and information about candidates and issues.
If you familiarize yourself with the layout and instructions of the ballot, you can prevent mistakes when you go to vote. Some local election officials will provide you a sample ballot if you request one. Also, know who and what you're voting for - you can research all candidates and ballot issues by contacting local civic groups or visiting http://www.canivote.org.

6. If you have questions, concerns or problems, call 1-866-OUR-VOTE.
Trained volunteers for the nation's largest non-partisan voter protection effort are available to answer your questions and help make sure your vote counts.