Why did I get an email saying my mail-in ballot application was denied as a duplicate? Voters who are listed on the permanent mail-in list or who have already applied for a mail-in ballot will receive a duplicate error if they try to reapply. Application status is pending until the ballot is available and prepared for mailing. I am temporarily living at a different address.
May I have my mail-in ballot sent to the address of my current residence? The mail-in application includes the option for an alternate address. Why have I not received a ballot yet? When can I expect to receive a ballot? Ballots will be mailed out about 30 days prior to the election.
It is advisable to send it back as soon as possible after receiving. Will my Party affiliation be listed on the outside of the mail in envelope? Not in November. This only applies in the Primary.
What is the QR Code on my ballot and envelope for? The QR codes provide an automated way for equipment to read what is already printed in human readable form.
They do not tie a ballot to a voter. What happens if I forget to use the secrecy envelope provided with my absentee or mail-in ballot? On September 17, , the Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruled in MD that an absentee or mail-in ballot that is not enclosed in the secrecy envelope will be disqualified. If I get a mail-in or absentee ballot, what are my options for returning it outside of the U. Please note: Erie County is partnered with a local printing company to help fulfill the high demand for mailed ballots.
Please be advised that the mailed date will be a few days after the one reflected on the Department of States website. Use the provided instructions for voting your ballot, once complete, you have several options for returning your ballot to the Board of Elections. Once your ballot has been received, you may not vote at your Poll site. If you applied for a ballot, but you have not received it, you may vote a provisional ballot at your poll.
If you received your ballot, but do not have enough time to mail it back to the Board of Elections by the deadline, you may:. If you are a member of the military or an overseas civilian voter, you have options for how to register and vote.
Skip to content. Rastetter District 7 — Ellen Schauerman. Judges President Judge Joseph M. Brabender Jr. Judge Erin C. Kelly Judge John J. Mead Judge Marshall J. Piccinini Judge David G. Ridge Judge John J. Community Safety Learn more about efforts Erie County government is taking to protect our citizens and create safe communities. Community College Board of Trustees. In order to apply for an absentee or mail-in ballot, you must supply proof of identification.
All other voters must use one of the following options. If you don't have one of the documents listed under option 1, you can include the last 4 digits of your Social Security number on your absentee or mail-in ballot form.
If you don't have one of the documents listed under option 1 or a Social Security number, you can provide a photocopy of one of the following IDs with your absentee or mail-in ballot application. The photocopy must show name, a photo, and an expiration date that is current. Under current Pennsylvania law, your mail-in ballot can't be opened until Election Day.
Therefore, if there's a problem with your mail-in ballot, you won't have the opportunity to correct it before the election. Still, as long as you followed all the instructions and mailed your completed, signed, dated, and sealed in the inner secrecy envelope, ballot by Election Day, you don't have to worry. The smaller secrecy envelope is intended to protect the anonymity of your vote.
After you fill out your ballot, you must place it in the secrecy envelope and seal it. Do not make any marks on this envelope. If you fail to place and seal your ballot in this envelope or if you make marks on this envelope, your ballot will not be counted.
The second, larger envelope is the mailing and declaration envelope. You must use it, even if you are dropping your ballot off at a drop box.
Place your secrecy envelope with your ballot inside into the mailing and declaration envelope. You must seal it and sign and date the declaration before you can return your ballot. Find more Election FAQs. In emergency situations such as an unexpected illness, disability or last-minute absence from your municipality , you can request an Emergency Absentee Ballot after 5 pm on the Tuesday before the election. Sign up to receive emails about mail ballot deadlines, voting processes, new voting system, and more sent directly to your inbox.
Sign up for Updates. You may be trying to access this site from a secured browser on the server. Please enable scripts and reload this page. An Official Pennsylvania Government Website. Election Results. File a Complaint. New URL vote. Upcoming Elections. Find Your County Election Office. Election Security. Page Content. Voting by mail-in or absentee ballot is safe, secure, and easy. In Pennsylvania, you have two options for mail ballots. Mail-in ballot — Any qualified voter may apply for a mail-in ballot.
You may simply request this ballot without a reason. Absentee ballot — If you plan to be out of the municipality on election day or if you have a disability or illness that prevents you from going to your polling place on election day, you can request this ballot type, which still requires you to list a reason for your ballot.
Apply online for a mail-in or absentee ballot. How do I complete and return my mail ballot? Where can I return my mail ballot? What is the annual mail ballot request? How do I vote early? Emergency Absentee Ballot.
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