FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions
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Voting (5)
- When is Voter Registration closed?
- Voter Registration is closed for three weeks before an election and for two weeks after an election.
- What electronics can be used in the polling place?
- No cell phone, pagers, cameras or computers may be used by voters in the polling place.
- Do I have to vote in the Primary Election to vote in the General Election?
- No. You do NOT have to have voted in the Primary to vote in the General Election.
- Can I wear a campaign button or Tshirt when I vote?
- A voter may wear campaign paraphernalia (buttons, t-shirts, or stickers) into the polling place while he or she is there to vote (the voter may not linger in the polling place after voting). However, an election judge, challenger and watcher, or other person stationed inside the polling place or within 100 feet of the polling place may not wear or display campaign materials.
- Can I take off time from work to vote?
Maryland law states that Employees who do not have two hours before or after work to vote may take up to two hours of leave to vote. Employers may specify the time during the day that leave can be taken. Employees are entitled to paid leave but are required to provide employers with proof of voting.
Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., so if you have to work earlier than 9 a.m. and later than 6 p.m. then you may request 2 hours during the day to go vote.
You may also vote by absentee ballot.
- Can I take my childen to the polls with me?
- Up to two children, 13 or under, may accompany a voter into the voting booth. Older children may be with you in line, but must stay back from the booths.
- When is Voter Registration closed?
- Voter Registration is closed for three weeks before an election and for two weeks after an election.