What You're Entitled To

You Can Stay in Line

If you are in line when the polls close, you have the right to stay and cast your ballot.

Provisional Ballots

If your eligibility is questioned, you can ask for a provisional ballot. Ask how and when to confirm whether it was counted.

Accessibility

Polling places must be accessible, and every polling place must offer at least one accessible voting system for voters with disabilities.

Assistance While Voting

Voters who need help due to disability or difficulty reading may bring someone to assist — generally anyone except their employer or union representative.

Language Assistance

In covered jurisdictions, ballots and help must be available in specified languages besides English.

Time Off to Vote

Many states require employers to give employees time off to vote. Rules vary; check your state labor or election office.

Nonpartisan Election Protection hotline for problems at the polls.

Federal complaints about voting discrimination or interference.

Guidance for voters with disabilities and older voters.