Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
- Can my organization work with other groups that conduct voter registration, education, and get-out-the-vote programs?
Yes, as long as the effort is non-partisan. Organzations and/or individuals cannot make any statements in support of or in opposition to any political party or candidate. You cannot use your influence in this effort to support or oppose a candidate, party, or issue. It is purely about helping people exercise their right to vote.
- Can vehicles owned by non-profit organizations be used to transport voters to the polls? Can drivers employed by the organization transport voters to the polls?
Yes to both questions. You can even affix non-partisan messages to vehicles encouraging voters to go the polls. However, make certain that the vehicles and the drivers do not display any partisan literature, buttons, posters, flyers, bumper stickers, or other political propaganda.
- Can a staff person registering voters at a public or private non-profit agency wear a button or put a bumper sticker on his/her care that has the name of a favored candidate?
NOT WHILE REGISTERING VOTERS
- Can my agency place posters in conspicuous places?
Yes, as long as they are non-partisan in nature.
- I need help reading the ballot. Can someone I trust go into the polling booth with me?
Yes, people needing assistance may take the individual of their choosing into the polling booth to assist with voting. The assistant helps the person understand the ballot, but doesn't tell the person how to vote.
- Is it true that the state keeps track of my voting?
Yes, the Division of Elections keeps track of whether or not people vote, but NOT HOW THEY VOTE. Information published in the voter lists include whether you voted in a primary, general, or muncipal election; whether you voted at the polls, absentee, or question ballot; and your address and district. These lists are available for purchase from the Division, and yes, organizations do buy these lists.