LAST MINUTE CONCERNS OF PEOPLE WHO GO TO THE POLLS ON ELECTION DAY

Voting Booth

What do I do if I have moved since the last time I voted?

If you still live in the county where you were last registered to vote, go to the polling site for your new address. Take a current picture identification with you. You will be asked to complete a voter registration form with your new address, and you can vote in the usual manner.

What if I don’t have my voter registration card anymore?

You do not need your voter registration card to vote, if you are asked for identification, show your driver license or other picture identification.

What if I go to the polls and they tell me I’m not on the list?

Find out if you are in the right precinct, If not, you should vote at a different polling site.

• If you are at the right precinct, you can vote by special provisional ballot. Your ballot will be put into an envelope until later. The envelope for the provisional ballot will include a place for you to write why you believe you should be allowed to vote. Your ballot will be put into an envelope for later consideration.

 
What if I go to the polls and they tell me I can’t vote because I requested an absentee ballot?

You will be asked to fill out a form saying that you did not receive an absentee ballot. You can then vote a provisional ballot, which will be put into an envelope for later consideration.

What if I go to the polls and they tell me I am not registered to vote?

You can register to vote at the polls on Election Day. You will be required to show proof of residency and proof of identity. The best form of ID is a valid Iowa driver’s license with current address. If your Iowa driver’s license has an old address on it, please contact the Auditor’s office (641) 673-7148 for additional requirements.

Can another voter attest for me if I do not have proof of residence or identity?

• If you do not have proof of residence and identity, a registered voter in your precinct may attest to the fact that you who you say you are and that you live in the precinct you say you live in

 
If you have a registered voter in your precinct attest to your residence and identity, you will both be required to sign an oath. Falsely attesting or being attested for is a class “D” felony.

If you do not have proof of residence or identity and do not have anyone who can attest to your residence and identity, you will be allowed to vote a provisional ballot for later consideration.