VOTING IN MA
- Register to vote at least 10 days before Election Day
- Check your city or town website for early voting days and vote-by-mail applications
- Check your registration status and polling place: WhereDoIVoteMA.com
- Must be a U.S. citizen and live in Massachusetts
- Must be 18 years of age or older
YOUR RIGHTS
- You can vote even if you do not write or read English
- You can vote even if you have a criminal record
- You may bring someone to help you in the voting booth
- Polling locations must be accessible to voters with disabilities
- You DO NOT need to show photo ID to vote. You may be asked for a form of ID if you are voting at a new polling place, are an inactive voter, or if your registration is challenged. Examples of acceptable ID include: a driver’s license, state-issued ID card, recent utility bill, rent receipt, lease or any other printed ID which contains your name and address.
- Generally, you do not need to show photo ID to vote (except first-time voters, inactive voters, or if your registration is challenged).
- If your name is not on the voter list, you can cast a provisional ballot
- If you are in line when polls close, you can still vote. Stay in line!
- If you think your rights have been violated or have trouble voting, call 1-866-OUR-VOTE (866-687-8683)
