How to Vote in Michigan’s 2024 Elections

 Important Dates to Remember:

• Early Voting: Oct. 26 – Nov. 3, 2024 (in some townships)
• Voter Registration Deadline (Online/Mail): Oct. 21, 2024
• Voter Registration Deadline (In-Person): Nov. 5, 2024, by 8 p.m. (Can do in person the day of!)
• Absentee Ballot Deadline: Nov. 5, 2024, by 8 p.m.
• General Election Day: Nov. 5, 2024

Voting Options:

• Check your voter registration status: Visit Michigan’s voter information portal to confirm if you’re registered.
• Absentee Voting: Any registered voter can request an absentee ballot, no reason needed! Apply online, by mail, or in person.
• Early Voting: You can vote early in person between Oct. 26 – Nov. 3 by filling out an absentee ballot at your city or township clerk’s office. (Only available in some places) 
• Voting at the Polls: On Election Day, polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Bring a photo ID, such as your driver’s license or U.S. passport. Find where you vote here. 

How to Register to Vote:

• Online: Use Michigan’s voter registration portal (valid until Oct. 21).
• By Mail: Send in a voter registration form, postmarked by Oct. 21.
• In Person: You can register at your city or township clerk’s office until 8 p.m. on Election Day (Nov. 5).

Absentee Ballot Info:

• Request Deadline: Nov. 1 by 5 p.m. (mail/online), Nov. 4 by 4 p.m. (in-person).
• Return Deadline: Absentee ballots must be received by 8 p.m. on Nov. 5 (Election Day). You can return them by mail, at your city/township clerk’s office, or in a secure drop box.

Voting with a Disability:

Accessible voting options are available, including Voter Assist Terminals at every polling place. If you need help, you can bring someone to assist you.

For more info on how and where to vote, visit Michigan's voter information portal.

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