Vote on Election Day
What to Expect
If a voter chooses to cast a ballot on Election Day, they must go to their assigned precinct. Your designated precinct can be located by using the Voting Location Finder. You may also call our office at (850) 784-6100, and we will be glad to assist you with locating this information.
Voting should be a quick, satisfying experience if you follow a few simple steps. Here are some tips on what to expect at the polls on Election Day:
First, a voter should notify a election worker should they needs assistance to vote. A voter may bring someone to the precinct with them to assist, or a request can be made to the election worker to provide assistance.
Be sure to bring your picture and signature identification with you when you go to vote. To ensure a quick process, any changes to your name and address since the last election should be updated with the Supervisor of Elections office prior to Election Day. If you’re not sure if your information is current, use the Voter Information Tool to check your status. If you do not show a valid picture and signature identification as required, you will be offered a provisional ballot. If the signature on record at the Supervisor of Elections office matches the signature on the Provisional Ballot Certificate, the canvassing board will accept the ballot.
When you arrive at your precinct, a election worker will ask to see your picture and signature ID (see accepted forms of ID below), find your name in the precinct register, and ask you to sign for receipt of your ballot. It is important that you review your ballot for accuracy prior to casting your ballot. Once your ballot has been accepted by the voting equipment, no further changes or corrections can be made.
What Do I Need to Bring?
You are not required to bring your voter information card to the polling place or early voting site.
Take a valid form of Florida identification bearing your signature, as well as a picture to the polling place since the law requires both signature and photo identification in order to vote.
Approved Forms of Identification (F.S. 101.043)
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Florida Driver’s License
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United States Passport
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Debit or Credit Card
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Military Identification
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Concealed Weapon or Firearm Permit
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Student Identification
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Retirement Center Identification
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Neighborhood Association Identification
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Public Assistance Identification
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Veteran’s Health Identification Card
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Florida Identification Card issued by the DHSMV
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Employee Identification Card issued by Federal, State, County, or City
If you do not bring these materials to the polling place, you will be required to vote by the provisional process.
Where Do I Vote?
On Election Day
On Election Day, you must vote at your designated polling location. Polls will be open from 7 am to 7 pm. Call our office at (850) 784-6100 to find out your polling location or use our Voting Location Finder.
During Early Voting
During Early Voting, you may vote at any early voting site conveniently located throughout Bay County to help expedite and alleviate long lines on Election Day. Dates and times will vary from election to election.
For a Municipal Election, your designated polling location may vary from your “normal” polling location.