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Your Rights at Polls

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Knowing your rights at the polls is one of the most important steps you can take to prepare to vote on Election Day.

The Indiana Secretary of State's Office has produced a document called the Voter's Bill of Rights, which explains what Hoosiers can expect when they go to the polls. Take a look at the full Voter's Bill of Rights or read our quick guide below. You can also download IDR's one page guide of your rights:

Quick Guide to Your Rights As An Indiana Voter

  • You have the right to vote privately and independently.

  • You have the right to assistance if you require assistance to vote. Assistance must be requested before you enter the voting booth.

  • You have the right to an accessible polling location. All locations must have at least one accessible voting machine and the facility must be accessible.

  • You have the right to vote absentee.

    • Absentee-in-person (early voting)

    • Absentee-by-mail

    • Absentee-by-travel board

  • You have the right to cast a provisional ballot. This is a ballot you fill out with your planned selections, but will be counted later, after your issue is resolved.