Provisional Ballot Info and Where to Vote for 2020 Presidential Election in Pa., N.J. and Del.
PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- This is undoubtedly both an unusual and critical election, so in an effort to make your vote count, we've put together a voter guide.
A lot of emphasis has been placed on mail-in voting this election season, and more people took advantage of that opportunity than ever before.
However, many people are still planning to vote in-person on November 3. If you are one of them, it's best to double-check your polling location as it may have changed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
You may also be wondering what to do if you need to vote by provisional ballot in Pennsylvania.
Here's what you need to know:
What time do polls open and close?
Pennsylvania: Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
New Jersey: Polls are open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.
*You can vote in person by returning your completed vote-by-mail ballot to your designated polling location or casting a provisional ballot
Delaware: Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
FIND YOUR POLLING PLACE
VOTING BY PROVISIONAL BALLOT
Pennsylvania:
If you changed your mind about voting by mail in Pennsylvania, or there was a problem with your mail-in vote, you can go to a polling place to cast a ballot.
Your mail-in ballot will be voided so you can vote on the machine in-person. If you don't take your mail-in ballot with you, you can still vote at the polls but with a provisional ballot, essentially a paper ballot.
If you are a registered voter but your eligibility to vote at your polling place is uncertain, you have the right to vote with a provisional ballot.
LINK: More info about provisional ballots in Pennsylvania
New Jersey:
The election in New Jersey is being conducted mostly by mail. While you can still vote in-person, you can only do so with a provisional ballot.
Voters who have a disability that prevents them from voting on a paper ballot will be provided access to an accessible voting device.
LINK: More info about provisional ballots in New Jersey
Delaware:
Like Pennsylvania, voters in Delaware can cast their votes as normal on Election Day.
However, provisional ballots will be available for any potential issues.
LINK: More info about provisional ballots in Delaware
REPORT A PROBLEM AT THE POLLS
If you encounter a problem while trying to vote in Pennsylvania, New Jersey or Delaware, you can contact the following hotlines:
Philadelphia:
Election Task Force hotline: 215-686-9641
Pennsylvania:
1-800-VOTES-PA
New Jersey:
1-877-NJ-VOTER.
Delaware:
Call the Department of Elections in your county
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