What you need to know about Election Day voting in Georgia

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Election Day is quickly approaching on Tuesday, November 5, and now is the time to vote Georgia residents to make their voices were heard. Here’s everything you need to know Election Day.

Can you register to vote on Election Day?

No. The deadline to register to vote was October 7.

Where to vote and how to find a polling place?

Citizens lined up to vote on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, the first day of early voting. Voters said they waited in line for about 45 minutes to vote.Citizens lined up to vote on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, the first day of early voting. Voters said they waited in line for about 45 minutes to vote.

Citizens lined up to vote on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, the first day of early voting. Voters said they waited in line for about 45 minutes to vote.

Voters are assigned specific polling places based on where they are registered to vote. To find your polling place, go to: mvp.sos.ga.gov/s/.

What should be brought to the ballot box?

Voters must show photo identification to vote in Georgia. Acceptable forms of identification include:

  • Any valid photo identification issued by the state or federal government, including a free ID card issued by the county registrar’s office or the Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS).

  • Even if your Georgia driver’s license has expired.

  • Valid employee photo identification from any branch, department, agency, or agency of the U.S. Government, Georgia, or any county, municipality, board, authority, or other entity of the state.

  • Valid US passport ID.

  • Valid U.S. military photo ID that includes the voter’s photo.

  • Student photo identification card issued by a Georgia state college, university or technical school.

  • Valid tribal photo ID that includes your photo.

When do polls open and close?

On Election Day, polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., but polls will be open to anyone who lines up by 7 p.m.

What happens if there is a problem during the voting process?

If you cannot bring acceptable photo identification, cannot find your registration information, or have another valid issue, voters can fill out a form. provisional ballot. If your eligibility can be determined by the County Recorder’s Office within three days after Election Day, the provisional ballot will be valid.

What if my polling place was affected by Hurricane Helene?

Hurricane Helene affected many Georgians; some more than others. If you are wondering about the impact on your local elections, contact your county’s board of elections at the address below. georgia.gov/locate-county-registrars-office.

This article first appeared in the Savannah Morning News: Guide to voting in Georgia on Election Day 2024