Kansas Voter’s Rights and Responsibilities

Rights

As a Kansas Elector, you have the right to:

• Ask questions
• Request a ballot if you are
  • A United State citizen
  • 18 years or older
  • a Kansas resident
  • registered to vote

• Vote a provisional ballot if your name is not on the voter registration list, you do not have acceptable identification,  or if there is another question about your qualifications to vote.
• Vote in an accessible voting place, and receive assistance if needed.
• Review a sample ballot before voting.
• Receive a ballot if you are in line at the time the polls close.
• Obtain up to 2 replacement ballots if yours is mismarked or spoiled.
• Occupy the voting booth up to 5 minutes if others are waiting.
• Have your ballot count if it is cast legally and timely.

Responsibilities

As a Kansas elector, you have the responsibility to:

• New for 2012! You must show a picture ID at the polling site when you go vote.
• New for 2012! Register to vote at least twenty one days before the election
• Respect the privacy and voting rights of others
• Read and follow instructions
• Follow all federal and state voting laws
• Follow voting procedures established by the county election officer and precinct elections board workers.
• Report illegal activities such as electioneering or denial of voting rights to the precinct election board, the county election officer or the secretary of state.
• Review your ballot before casting it to ensure it is complete and correct.
• Treat election workers and other voters with courtesy and respect.
• Be informed about the candidates and issues on the ballot.
• Keep your voter registration and address records current in the county election office.