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Voter Rights and Responsibilities
Fundamental Rights of Voters in Georgia:
- The right to vote without intimidation, to receive assistance if needed, and to cast a provisional ballot if registration status is in question. Voters have the right to review a sample ballot before voting and request a replacement ballot if they make an error.
Responsibilities of Voters:
- Voters must ensure they are registered at their current address, know their polling place, bring proper identification, and follow procedures for absentee voting. Timely checking of registration status and ballot submission is essential.
Polling Place Information
Finding Designated Polling Places:
- Voters can locate their polling place through the Georgia My Voter Page (MVP).
Polling Place Conduct and Assistance Rules:
- Campaigning within 150 feet of a polling place is prohibited. Voters may request assistance from poll workers or bring someone to assist, except for employers or union representatives.
Voting Procedures
Voting Methods in Georgia:
- Georgia offers in-person voting on Election Day, early voting, and absentee/mail-in voting. Early voting is available at designated locations up to three weeks before Election Day.
Ensuring Proper Absentee Ballot Submission:
- Absentee ballots must be signed and include the voter’s ID number or a copy of acceptable identification. They must be received by the county election office by 7 p.m. on Election Day to be counted.
