Voter Record Shows Voter Already Voted
5.7.2 Issue: Voter Record Shows Voter Already Voted
If the record indicates that the voter has already cast a ballot, the election official should reconfirm that the correct voter record has been located in the voter list. If it is determined that the correct voter record was located and the record shows that the voter has already cast a ballot (whether by absentee voting or voting on election day), the election official should explain that the voter may cast a provisional ballot that will allow the county board of elections to research the matter.
Our voter records show that you have already voted in this election. It is possible that the record is in error, but we are unable to issue you a regular ballot today. Have you already cast a ballot in this election? You may cast a provisional ballot if you believe that you have not already voted. |
If the voter indicates that he or she has not already cast a ballot in the election, the official should refer the voter to the help station, where an official there may conduct further research into the voter’s voting history and, if necessary, provide the voter a provisional ballot.
Since I am unable to authorize a regular ballot, I am referring you to the help station to discuss a provisional ballot. Provisional voting is a fail-safe method that will permit you to cast a ballot today, and allow the board of elections to verify your voting eligibility after election day. If it can be confirmed that you are eligible and have not already voted, your provisional ballot will be counted before the results of this election are final. I’m going to complete a Help Referral Form and direct you to the help station. Please provide the help station official with the form. The help station will provide information about provisional ballots and the requirements for having your ballot counted. |
Station Guide - Record Indicates Voter Has Already Voted
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