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- Early voting, absentee ballot information
- What you need to vote in Indiana
- Who is running for office
The general election is less than two weeks away. Here are nine things to know as you make a voting plan for Nov. 5.
When do polls open and close?
Indiana polls open at 6 a.m. and close at 6 p.m. local time.
Where do I vote?
Indiana’s voter information website shows voters their polling locations.
Do I need to bring an ID to vote in person?
Yes, Indiana law requires all voters to show a valid government ID to vote.
Can I still register to vote?
No, the deadline to register for the Nov. 5 election in Indiana has passed.
How can I vote by mail?
To vote by mail in Indiana, you must have a verifiable reason to do so — such as an illness or disability — and meet all voter registration requirements.
Absentee voters must fill out an application and return it to a county election office or the Indiana Election Division by the end of Thursday, Oct. 24.
Completed ballots must be received by 6 p.m. election day.
Who is running for office?
In addition to casting ballots in the presidential election, Indiana voters will select a new governor, a U.S. senator and a U.S. representative in each of the state’s nine congressional districts. All seats in the Indiana House of Representatives and many in the Indiana Senate are also up for grabs, as is the state attorney general’s post.
Also, several school districts are attempting to raise money through state referendums.
The easiest way to see who will appear on your ballot is to enter your information into the state voter website.
Can I vote early?
Yes. Early voting runs through noon Nov. 4. Check with your local county for locations and operating hours.
How can I report voter fraud?
You may mail or hand deliver a completed election complaint to the Indiana Election Division.
A toll-free hotline (866-461-8683) will accept complaints about election fraud or accessibility issues at polling places.
How can I work at a polling place?
Contact your county election administrator using this online form. Poll workers make up to $150 on Election Day, depending on the county where they volunteer.
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