{"id":19151,"date":"2024-08-07T18:08:22","date_gmt":"2024-08-07T18:08:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tvbrazilusa.com\/2024\/08\/07\/voter-guide-everything-you-need-to-know-to-vote-in-florida-in-2024\/"},"modified":"2024-08-07T18:18:57","modified_gmt":"2024-08-07T18:18:57","slug":"voter-guide-everything-you-need-to-know-to-vote-in-florida-in-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tvbrazilusa.com\/pt\/2024\/08\/07\/voter-guide-everything-you-need-to-know-to-vote-in-florida-in-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"VOTER GUIDE: Everything you need to know to vote in Florida in 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-8864793242727901\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\n<div id=\"\">\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\"><strong>ORLANDO, Fla.<\/strong> \u2013 Another election year is here and there\u2019s no time like the present to make sure you are ready to vote.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">You may already know that 2024 is a presidential election year. But in addition to voting for president, voters in Florida will also decide on:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 hkSbnt font_openSans articleList\">\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 kuCSlp dgEFEb\">\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"6\" height=\"6\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 6\" fill=\"none\" style=\"transform:translateY(-3px);min-height:6px;min-width:6px\"><circle cx=\"3\" cy=\"3\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#212121\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 dqUGTw\">1 U.S. Senate seat<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 kuCSlp dgEFEb\">\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"6\" height=\"6\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 6\" fill=\"none\" style=\"transform:translateY(-3px);min-height:6px;min-width:6px\"><circle cx=\"3\" cy=\"3\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#212121\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 dqUGTw\">28 Congressional seats<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 kuCSlp dgEFEb\">\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"6\" height=\"6\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 6\" fill=\"none\" style=\"transform:translateY(-3px);min-height:6px;min-width:6px\"><circle cx=\"3\" cy=\"3\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#212121\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 dqUGTw\">Members of the Florida Legislature (Florida Senate and Florida House of Representatives)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 kuCSlp dgEFEb\">\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"6\" height=\"6\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 6\" fill=\"none\" style=\"transform:translateY(-3px);min-height:6px;min-width:6px\"><circle cx=\"3\" cy=\"3\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#212121\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 dqUGTw\">State attorneys<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 kuCSlp dgEFEb\">\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"6\" height=\"6\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 6\" fill=\"none\" style=\"transform:translateY(-3px);min-height:6px;min-width:6px\"><circle cx=\"3\" cy=\"3\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#212121\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 dqUGTw\">County offices (commissioners, school board members, sheriffs, supervisors of elections, etc.)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 kuCSlp dgEFEb\">\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"6\" height=\"6\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 6\" fill=\"none\" style=\"transform:translateY(-3px);min-height:6px;min-width:6px\"><circle cx=\"3\" cy=\"3\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#212121\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 dqUGTw\">Judgeships<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 kuCSlp dgEFEb\">\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"6\" height=\"6\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 6\" fill=\"none\" style=\"transform:translateY(-3px);min-height:6px;min-width:6px\"><circle cx=\"3\" cy=\"3\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#212121\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 dqUGTw\">Potentially we should also have Florida constitutional amendments, along with local referenda from counties and cities<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">That\u2019s just for the November general election. We\u2019ll have two other elections this year: the presidential preference primary in March, and a statewide primary in August. City or town elections may also come up throughout the year.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">Want to vote in Florida this year? Whether it\u2019s your first time voting, or your voting circumstances have changed, here is everything you need to know to make sure your vote counts in 2024.<\/p>\n<div class=\"\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"empty\" style=\"font-family:calibri;padding: 20px;background-color:#00000;color:black;text-align:left;font-size:2em;\"><b\/><a name=\"eligible\"\/>How do I make sure I am eligible to vote?   <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">The first thing to do is make sure you are registered to vote. To do that, go to <a href=\"http:\/\/registertovoteflorida.gov\/\">RegistertoVoteFlorida.gov<\/a>. The site is run by the Florida Division of Elections. There, you can check whether you are registered, an active registrant and update your registration, if needed, or register to vote.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">To vote in an election, you must be registered to vote 29 days before that election. So now is a good time to make sure your voter registration is squared away.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">Here are the voter registration deadlines for the three major elections happening this year:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 hkSbnt font_openSans articleList\">\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 kuCSlp dgEFEb\">\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"6\" height=\"6\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 6\" fill=\"none\" style=\"transform:translateY(-3px);min-height:6px;min-width:6px\"><circle cx=\"3\" cy=\"3\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#212121\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 dqUGTw\">March Presidential Preference Primary: Feb. 20.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 kuCSlp dgEFEb\">\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"6\" height=\"6\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 6\" fill=\"none\" style=\"transform:translateY(-3px);min-height:6px;min-width:6px\"><circle cx=\"3\" cy=\"3\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#212121\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 dqUGTw\">August Florida Statewide Primary: July 22<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 kuCSlp dgEFEb\">\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"6\" height=\"6\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 6\" fill=\"none\" style=\"transform:translateY(-3px);min-height:6px;min-width:6px\"><circle cx=\"3\" cy=\"3\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#212121\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 dqUGTw\">November General Election: Oct. 7<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">When you look up your information, be sure to use the name you registered under \u2013 likely your full first name.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">Have more questions on making sure you are eligible to vote in Florida? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clickorlando.com\/news\/politics\/2024\/01\/16\/want-to-vote-in-florida-heres-how-to-register-and-make-sure-you-are-eligible\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">We\u2019ve posted more answers HERE.<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"empty\" style=\"font-family:calibri;padding: 20px;background-color:#00000;color:black;text-align:left;font-size:2em;\"><a name=\"address\"\/>Do I need to change my address if I\u2019ve just moved?    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">First, let\u2019s be clear that if you move, you should always update your address with election officials. It does not get automatically updated if you move, even if you move within the state of Florida. It\u2019s important to make sure you vote in the right precinct.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">You can update your voter registration online at <a href=\"http:\/\/registertovoteflorida.gov\/\">RegistertoVoteFlorida.gov<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">However, if you move close to an election within a county, polling place workers should be able to look you up in their systems and register a change in residence on your file.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">If you are moving from another state, you must register to vote in Florida. Your registration will not transfer from your former state.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">Florida\u2019s Presidential Preference Primary is March 19, 2024. There will only be a primary for Republicans this year, the Democrats canceled its presidential primary in Florida because President Biden is expected to be the nominee.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">While only registered Republicans will be able to vote for the presidential primary, there may also be local elections in your area on that day. For instance, several cities in Orange County will have local elections on March 19. If your city is having an election on that day, you should be able to check that information with your local elections office.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">Florida has a statewide primary on Aug. 20. This election is for party primaries for federal and state offices, though some elected county positions are also partisan elections too, like for sheriff or elections supervisor. There will also be nonpartisan elections for county offices and judgeships.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">If you want to vote in a party primary, you can always change your political affiliation. You have up to 29 days before an election. More info on that is below.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">The general election is Nov. 5. That election is open to all voters regardless of party.<\/p>\n<div class=\"\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"empty\" style=\"font-family:calibri;padding: 20px;background-color:#00000;color:black;text-align:left;font-size:2em;\"><a name=\"primary\"\/>How do I vote in a primary?    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\"><b>Florida is a closed primary state.<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">In Florida, if an election draws more than one candidate from the same political party, there will be a primary election for that party.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">For example, as mentioned before, Florida will only have a Republican primary for the presidential nomination on March 19. That means only voters who are registered Republicans can vote in that primary.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">Now, if you decide you want to vote in that primary, you must change your party affiliation by Feb. 20.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">If you want to vote in a party primary in August, you need to change your party affiliation by July 22.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">Sometimes it might be in your interest to change your party so you can vote in the primary.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">For instance, in 2020, the Orange-Osceola state attorney race drew several Democrats, no Republicans and a no-party affiliate candidate, Jose Torroella.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">Because Torroella was less known, it meant the Democratic primary largely decided who would be the next state attorney for Orange and Osceola counties. Monique Worrell, a Democrat, won the election.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">It\u2019s a decision that comes down to what races are important for you to vote in.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">In the instance that only candidates from one political party are running for office, the primary election becomes open to all voters. This is known as a universal primary.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">Learn more about Florida primaries, the loophole that can keep them closed, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clickorlando.com\/news\/politics\/2024\/01\/16\/florida-is-a-closed-primary-state-why-that-matters-for-primary-elections-in-2024\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">how to change your party affiliation HERE.<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"empty\" style=\"font-family:calibri;padding: 20px;background-color:#00000;color:black;text-align:left;font-size:2em;\"><a name=\"partisan\"\/>Are all elections partisan elections?     <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">No, not all elections require candidates to declare whether they are a member of a political party.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">Examples of nonpartisan county or city\/town races can include:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 hkSbnt font_openSans articleList\">\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 kuCSlp dgEFEb\">\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"6\" height=\"6\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 6\" fill=\"none\" style=\"transform:translateY(-3px);min-height:6px;min-width:6px\"><circle cx=\"3\" cy=\"3\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#212121\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 dqUGTw\">County mayor or chairman races<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 kuCSlp dgEFEb\">\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"6\" height=\"6\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 6\" fill=\"none\" style=\"transform:translateY(-3px);min-height:6px;min-width:6px\"><circle cx=\"3\" cy=\"3\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#212121\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 dqUGTw\">County commission races<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 kuCSlp dgEFEb\">\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"6\" height=\"6\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 6\" fill=\"none\" style=\"transform:translateY(-3px);min-height:6px;min-width:6px\"><circle cx=\"3\" cy=\"3\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#212121\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 dqUGTw\">City mayor or council seats<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 kuCSlp dgEFEb\">\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"6\" height=\"6\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 6\" fill=\"none\" style=\"transform:translateY(-3px);min-height:6px;min-width:6px\"><circle cx=\"3\" cy=\"3\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#212121\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 dqUGTw\">Some county constitutional offices<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 kuCSlp dgEFEb\">\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"6\" height=\"6\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 6\" fill=\"none\" style=\"transform:translateY(-3px);min-height:6px;min-width:6px\"><circle cx=\"3\" cy=\"3\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#212121\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 dqUGTw\">School board races<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 kuCSlp dgEFEb\">\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"6\" height=\"6\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 6\" fill=\"none\" style=\"transform:translateY(-3px);min-height:6px;min-width:6px\"><circle cx=\"3\" cy=\"3\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#212121\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 dqUGTw\">Judgeships<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">County sheriffs are partisan races.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">This may change depending on the county. For instance, county commission races in Orange County are nonpartisan, but in counties like Flagler or Seminole, they are partisan races.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">Check with your<a href=\"https:\/\/dos.elections.myflorida.com\/supervisors\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> county supervisor of elections <\/a>to find out which races are partisan where you live.<\/p>\n<div class=\"\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"empty\" style=\"font-family:calibri;padding: 20px;background-color:#00000;color:black;text-align:left;font-size:2em;\"><a name=\"races\"\/>How do I find out what races are up for election this year?     <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/dos.fl.gov\/elections\/candidates-committees\/offices-up-for-election\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Florida Division of Elections <\/a>says the following offices are up for election this year:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 hkSbnt font_openSans articleList\">\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 kuCSlp dgEFEb\">\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"6\" height=\"6\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 6\" fill=\"none\" style=\"transform:translateY(-3px);min-height:6px;min-width:6px\"><circle cx=\"3\" cy=\"3\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#212121\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 dqUGTw\">U.S. Senator (Rick Scott is up for re-election)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 kuCSlp dgEFEb\">\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"6\" height=\"6\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 6\" fill=\"none\" style=\"transform:translateY(-3px);min-height:6px;min-width:6px\"><circle cx=\"3\" cy=\"3\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#212121\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 dqUGTw\">All U.S. House districts<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 kuCSlp dgEFEb\">\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"6\" height=\"6\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 6\" fill=\"none\" style=\"transform:translateY(-3px);min-height:6px;min-width:6px\"><circle cx=\"3\" cy=\"3\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#212121\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 dqUGTw\">Odd-numbered Florida Senate districts<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 kuCSlp dgEFEb\">\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"6\" height=\"6\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 6\" fill=\"none\" style=\"transform:translateY(-3px);min-height:6px;min-width:6px\"><circle cx=\"3\" cy=\"3\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#212121\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 dqUGTw\">All Florida House districts<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 kuCSlp dgEFEb\">\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"6\" height=\"6\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 6\" fill=\"none\" style=\"transform:translateY(-3px);min-height:6px;min-width:6px\"><circle cx=\"3\" cy=\"3\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#212121\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 dqUGTw\">State attorney<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 kuCSlp dgEFEb\">\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"6\" height=\"6\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 6\" fill=\"none\" style=\"transform:translateY(-3px);min-height:6px;min-width:6px\"><circle cx=\"3\" cy=\"3\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#212121\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 dqUGTw\">Public defender<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 kuCSlp dgEFEb\">\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"6\" height=\"6\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 6\" fill=\"none\" style=\"transform:translateY(-3px);min-height:6px;min-width:6px\"><circle cx=\"3\" cy=\"3\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#212121\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 dqUGTw\">Judgeships<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">County and city elections are different depending on where you live. You can go to your <a href=\"https:\/\/dos.elections.myflorida.com\/supervisors\/\">county supervisor of elections office\u2019s website<\/a> to find out what districts you are in and what county elections you are voting in this year.<\/p>\n<div class=\"\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"empty\" style=\"font-family:calibri;padding: 20px;background-color:#00000;color:black;text-align:left;font-size:2em;\"><a name=\"boss\"\/>Does my boss have to give me time off to vote?   <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">In the state of Florida, the answer is no. This is why it\u2019s important to note that Florida has an early voting period and a no-excuse vote-by-mail ballot system, so that you can vote when you have the time, not just on Election Day.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">To request a vote-by-mail ballot, call or visit your county supervisor of elections office, or send them a written request via mail, email or fax. You will need to provide officials with the following information:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 hkSbnt font_openSans articleList\">\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 kuCSlp dgEFEb\">\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"6\" height=\"6\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 6\" fill=\"none\" style=\"transform:translateY(-3px);min-height:6px;min-width:6px\"><circle cx=\"3\" cy=\"3\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#212121\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 dqUGTw\">Voter\u2019s name<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 kuCSlp dgEFEb\">\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"6\" height=\"6\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 6\" fill=\"none\" style=\"transform:translateY(-3px);min-height:6px;min-width:6px\"><circle cx=\"3\" cy=\"3\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#212121\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 dqUGTw\">Date of birth<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 kuCSlp dgEFEb\">\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"6\" height=\"6\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 6\" fill=\"none\" style=\"transform:translateY(-3px);min-height:6px;min-width:6px\"><circle cx=\"3\" cy=\"3\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#212121\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 dqUGTw\">Full address<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 kuCSlp dgEFEb\">\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"6\" height=\"6\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 6\" fill=\"none\" style=\"transform:translateY(-3px);min-height:6px;min-width:6px\"><circle cx=\"3\" cy=\"3\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#212121\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 dqUGTw\">A Florida driver\u2019s license, identification card, or the last four digits of the voter\u2019s social security number for verification<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 kuCSlp dgEFEb\">\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"6\" height=\"6\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 6\" fill=\"none\" style=\"transform:translateY(-3px);min-height:6px;min-width:6px\"><circle cx=\"3\" cy=\"3\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#212121\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 dqUGTw\">If you\u2019re sending a written request, you must provide a voter signature<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">Once you get the ballot, fill it out and be sure to sign the certificate envelope provided. Make sure the signature matches the one on file with the county elections office. If there is a discrepancy you may be asked to correct or \u201ccure\u201d a missing or mismatched signature on your ballot.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">Many counties also have a way to track your ballot online to make sure it\u2019s been returned and accepted at your county elections office.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">The ballot must be returned to the county supervisor of elections office by 7 p.m. on Election Day. This means if you mail in your ballot and it doesn\u2019t get to the office by Election Day, it doesn\u2019t count. So get your ballot in as soon as you can. You can also drop it off at the Supervisor of Elections office. Some county elections offices also have secure ballot intake boxes during the early voting period. Contact your county elections office to find out where a secure ballot intake box is.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">More information on how to vote by mail is available on<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dos.myflorida.com\/elections\/for-voters\/voting\/vote-by-mail\/\"> the Florida Division of Elections website<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/dos.myflorida.com\/elections\/for-voters\/check-your-voter-status-and-polling-place\/voter-precinct-lookup\/\">your county supervisor of elections office. <\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">If you put in a vote-by-mail ballot request for the 2022 election, you need to put in a new request for 2024. This is because of a recent change in Florida law. The request will remain valid on your file for all of this year\u2019s elections.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clickorlando.com\/news\/politics\/2024\/01\/16\/planning-to-vote-by-mail-in-florida-this-year-heres-what-you-need-to-know\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">We have more details about voting by mail, including how to request a ballot, how to update your signature, how to track your ballot, and other aspects HERE.<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">All counties have an early voting period before the primary and general elections. There\u2019s a mandatory early voting period before each election, but counties have different days and times.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">The mandatory early voting periods for elections this year are:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 hkSbnt font_openSans articleList\">\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 kuCSlp dgEFEb\">\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"6\" height=\"6\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 6\" fill=\"none\" style=\"transform:translateY(-3px);min-height:6px;min-width:6px\"><circle cx=\"3\" cy=\"3\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#212121\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 dqUGTw\">March Presidential Preference Primary: March 9-16<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 kuCSlp dgEFEb\">\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"6\" height=\"6\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 6\" fill=\"none\" style=\"transform:translateY(-3px);min-height:6px;min-width:6px\"><circle cx=\"3\" cy=\"3\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#212121\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 dqUGTw\">August Primary Election: Aug. 10-17<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 kuCSlp dgEFEb\">\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"6\" height=\"6\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 6\" fill=\"none\" style=\"transform:translateY(-3px);min-height:6px;min-width:6px\"><circle cx=\"3\" cy=\"3\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#212121\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 dqUGTw\">November General Election: Oct. 26-Nov. 2<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">Early voting locations are not necessarily the same as your Election Day precinct. Public libraries are a popular place for early voting.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">We\u2019ll have more information as we get closer to the early voting period.<\/p>\n<div class=\"\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"empty\" style=\"font-family:calibri;padding: 20px;background-color:#00000;color:black;text-align:left;font-size:2em;\"><a name=\"overseas\"\/>How do I vote if I\u2019m living overseas?    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">The Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act allows members of the military, their voting-age family members and any U.S. citizen living outside the country to vote in elections.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">To vote, you must request a vote-by-mail ballot.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">County elections supervisors must send vote-by-mail ballots no later than 45 days before each election. The ballot can be mailed, emailed or faxed, based on your request. Only overseas voters can fax their ballots back.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">Ballots should be returned to the county supervisor of elections office no later than 7 p.m. on Election Day.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">However, an overseas voter has an extra 10 days from Election Day for a vote-by-mail ballot to arrive at the supervisor of elections office. This only applies to federal elections. The ballot must be postmarked or dated by Election Day in order to be counted.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fvap.gov\/\">The Federal Voting Assistance Program<\/a> has specific return timelines for absent military and overseas voters.<\/p>\n<div class=\"\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"empty\" style=\"font-family:calibri;padding: 20px;background-color:#00000;color:black;text-align:left;font-size:2em;\"><a name=\"find\"\/>How do I find where I vote?     <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">All counties have a way to look up your voter precinct on their supervisor of elections websites. You can find your county\u2019s website on <a href=\"https:\/\/dos.myflorida.com\/elections\/for-voters\/check-your-voter-status-and-polling-place\/voter-precinct-lookup\/\">the Florida Division of Elections site.<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">However, since right now the Florida Legislature is redrawing district maps, polling precincts may change.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">County supervisors of elections will be mailing out new voter cards before the elections with the new info, so be on the lookout for those as well.<\/p>\n<div class=\"\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"empty\" style=\"font-family:calibri;padding: 20px;background-color:#00000;color:black;text-align:left;font-size:2em;\"><a name=\"language\"\/>English is not my primary language. Can I get a ballot in another language?    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">Election forms and ballots in Florida are available in English and in Spanish. However, some counties may provide ballots in other languages as well. It depends on the concentration of speakers of those languages in that county.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">Check with your county supervisor of elections office to see what language guides may be available.<\/p>\n<div class=\"\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"empty\" style=\"font-family:calibri;padding: 20px;background-color:#00000;color:black;text-align:left;font-size:2em;\"><a name=\"identification\"\/>What kind of identification do I need to bring?  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">Florida requires voters to present a photo and signature ID in order to cast a ballot. If these are on separate types of ID, you can provide multiple forms if needed,.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">The following forms of picture identification are allowed if they are current:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 hkSbnt font_openSans articleList\">\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 kuCSlp dgEFEb\">\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"6\" height=\"6\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 6\" fill=\"none\" style=\"transform:translateY(-3px);min-height:6px;min-width:6px\"><circle cx=\"3\" cy=\"3\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#212121\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 dqUGTw\">Florida driver\u2019s license<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 kuCSlp dgEFEb\">\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"6\" height=\"6\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 6\" fill=\"none\" style=\"transform:translateY(-3px);min-height:6px;min-width:6px\"><circle cx=\"3\" cy=\"3\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#212121\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 dqUGTw\">Florida identification card issued by the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 kuCSlp dgEFEb\">\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"6\" height=\"6\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 6\" fill=\"none\" style=\"transform:translateY(-3px);min-height:6px;min-width:6px\"><circle cx=\"3\" cy=\"3\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#212121\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 dqUGTw\">United States passport<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 kuCSlp dgEFEb\">\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"6\" height=\"6\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 6\" fill=\"none\" style=\"transform:translateY(-3px);min-height:6px;min-width:6px\"><circle cx=\"3\" cy=\"3\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#212121\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 dqUGTw\">Military identification<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 kuCSlp dgEFEb\">\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"6\" height=\"6\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 6\" fill=\"none\" style=\"transform:translateY(-3px);min-height:6px;min-width:6px\"><circle cx=\"3\" cy=\"3\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#212121\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 dqUGTw\">Student identification<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 kuCSlp dgEFEb\">\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"6\" height=\"6\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 6\" fill=\"none\" style=\"transform:translateY(-3px);min-height:6px;min-width:6px\"><circle cx=\"3\" cy=\"3\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#212121\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 dqUGTw\">Retirement center identification<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 kuCSlp dgEFEb\">\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"6\" height=\"6\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 6\" fill=\"none\" style=\"transform:translateY(-3px);min-height:6px;min-width:6px\"><circle cx=\"3\" cy=\"3\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#212121\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 dqUGTw\">Neighborhood association identification<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 kuCSlp dgEFEb\">\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"6\" height=\"6\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 6\" fill=\"none\" style=\"transform:translateY(-3px);min-height:6px;min-width:6px\"><circle cx=\"3\" cy=\"3\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#212121\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 dqUGTw\">Public assistance identification<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">If you do not have a proper picture ID, you will be given a provisional ballot, which will allow you to vote and then later provide documents to prove your identity.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">Also, if your ID does not have a signature on it, you may be asked to provide more forms of identification.<\/p>\n<div class=\"\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"empty\" style=\"font-family:calibri;padding: 20px;background-color:#00000;color:black;text-align:left;font-size:2em;\"><a name=\"place\"\/>What else can I bring to the polling place?   <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">You are allowed to bring whatever materials you need, such as sample ballots, voting guides, newspapers or other documents, to help you vote.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">Also, as long as you are not actively campaigning for a candidate, you are allowed to wear hats, shirts, stickers, buttons or other campaign paraphernalia.<\/p>\n<div class=\"\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"empty\" style=\"font-family:calibri;padding: 20px;background-color:#00000;color:black;text-align:left;font-size:2em;\"><a name=\"ballot\"\/>Why is it some candidates\/races are not listed on my ballot, even though there is an election?   <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">If a candidate does not draw a challenger in a race, then that contest is not on a ballot. For that reason, you may not see that race on a ballot.<\/p>\n<div class=\"\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"empty\" style=\"font-family:calibri;padding: 20px;background-color:#00000;color:black;text-align:left;font-size:2em;\"><a name=\"writein\"\/>How do I write in a candidate?    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">Write-in spaces are provided on a ballot if there are qualified write-in candidates. Only official write-in candidates are counted as valid votes. To find out who the write-in candidates are in a federal or state election, look at the <a href=\"https:\/\/dos.elections.myflorida.com\/candidates\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Florida Division of Elections candidate database<\/a>. For write-in candidates for local government, check out your county\u2019s elections office website.<\/p>\n<div class=\"\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"empty\" style=\"font-family:calibri;padding: 20px;background-color:#00000;color:black;text-align:left;font-size:2em;\"><a name=\"provisional\"\/>What is a provisional ballot?   <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">If there is a discrepancy in your identification or signature, or if someone challenges the validity of your ability to vote, you may be given a provisional ballot instead. You fill out a provisional ballot the way you would fill out a regular ballot, and then provide supplemental documents to prove your vote is valid to the county canvassing board.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">Provisional ballots are counted if found to be valid.<\/p>\n<div class=\"\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"empty\" style=\"font-family:calibri;padding: 20px;background-color:#00000;color:black;text-align:left;font-size:2em;\"><a name=\"runoff\"\/>Why do some races require a runoff election?    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">In most elections, the candidate with the most votes is the winner. In some elections, particularly nonpartisan elections with more than two candidates, an outright winner of an election must garner the majority of all votes, what is known as \u201c50% plus one.\u201d If no one receives that majority of all votes cast, the top two vote-getters go to a runoff election to decide the winner.<\/p>\n<div class=\"\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"empty\" style=\"font-family:calibri;padding: 20px;background-color:#00000;color:black;text-align:left;font-size:2em;\"><a name=\"county\"\/>Find election information for your county   <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\">Below are links to election information for Central Florida\u2019s counties. You can look up other county elections offices through <a href=\"https:\/\/dos.elections.myflorida.com\/supervisors\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the Florida Division of Elections website.<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\"><b>ORANGE COUNTY<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\"><b>SEMINOLE COUNTY<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\"><b>OSCEOLA COUNTY<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\"><b>VOLUSIA COUNTY<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\"><b>BREVARD COUNTY<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\"><b>MARION COUNTY<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\"><b>LAKE COUNTY<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\"><b>SUMTER COUNTY<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\"><b>FLAGLER COUNTY<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\"><b>POLK COUNTY<\/b><\/p>\n<div class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 cREaVc dgEFEb customEmbed newsletter-signup\">\n<figure class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 dHfTZi cblvkA\"><!--$--><!--\/$--><\/figure>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 hYKTaq\">Digital journalist Christie Zizo provides the latest in election coverage from Central Florida and across the nation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 CGHCP htMUPQ article-text\"><b>Get today\u2019s headlines in minutes with <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/podcasts.apple.com\/us\/podcast\/your-florida-daily\/id1632084191\"><b>Your Florida Daily<\/b><\/a><b>:<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Copyright 2024 by WKMG ClickOrlando &#8211; All rights reserved.<\/p>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clickorlando.com\/results-2024\/2024\/01\/16\/voter-guide-everything-you-need-to-know-to-vote-in-florida-in-2024\/\">Source link <\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ORLANDO, Fla. \u2013 Another election year is here and there\u2019s no time like the present to make sure you are ready to vote. 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