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    When will Arizona ballots be mailed? What you should know about early voting

    Eira Gwyneth Posted on

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    Get ready, Arizonans – voting begins soon.

    Election Day isn’t until November 5th, but mail-in ballots will be mailed throughout the Grand Canyon State starting October 9th.

    As in previous election cycles, most voters are expected to vote early rather than go to the polls. They will participate in the top presidential race and the U.S. Senate race. They will have a chance at down-bottom contests for important county and city offices. And they will decide more than a dozen statewide ballot propositions on issues such as abortion and immigration.

    Are you ready to vote? Here’s how to prepare.

    When will I receive my postal vote?

    If you are a registered voter and are on the active early voting list, a ballot will automatically be mailed to you so you can vote in the general election. Early voting begins October 9, when ballots are mailed to voters on the active early voting list.

    How do I check if I’m registered to vote?

    You can check your registration status via My.Arizona.Vote.

    In order to use the website, you must provide one of the following details:

    • Your driver’s license number
    • Your tribal ID number
    • The last four digits of your social security number

    Can I still register if I am not registered to vote?

    Yes, but make sure you register before the October 7 voter registration deadline.

    You can register to vote online if you have an Arizona driver’s license or state ID card. Otherwise, you must register using a paper voter registration form. You can mail the form back to or drop it off at your county clerk.

    If you wish to participate in a full vote, you must provide proof of your citizenship. Remember to attach a photocopy of one of these documents:

    • Your Arizona driver’s license
    • Your non-operational Arizona ID card
    • Your birth certificate
    • The photo ID page of your US passport or US passport card
    • Your naturalization documents
    • Your alien registration number
    • Your US Bureau of Indian Affairs or tribal ID card

    If you do not provide proof of citizenship, you can still vote in federal elections. This includes the presidential contest and the meetings in Congress. However, they cannot compete in state and local races.

    How long is my ballot in Arizona?

    Many – but not all – voters in Arizona will see a two-page, double-sided ballot for the upcoming election. It is one of the longest elections in recent history.

    Remember to check the back of your ballot to make sure you fill out both sides. Keep your ballot pages together so they don’t get lost or separated.

    I’m out of town. Will my ballot be forwarded?

    No, your ballot will not automatically be sent to your provisional address. Arizona law does not allow official election materials, such as ballots, to be forwarded through the U.S. Postal Service.

    If you need a ballot forwarded, please contact your county clerk.

    How do I return my Arizona ballot?

    Once you receive your ballot, you can return it by mail, drop it off at a secure ballot drop box or polling place, or drop off a replacement ballot in person.

    Some overseas voters have the option to receive and return their ballots electronically.

    When do I have to return my ballot by mail?

    If you are returning your ballot, you should mail it at least seven days before Election Day to ensure it is delivered on time. For the November elections, that date is October 24th.

    To be counted, all ballots must be received by 7:00 p.m. on Election Day.

    Shipping is in advance and does not require a postage stamp.

    What happens if I miss the deadline to return my ballot?

    You can still vote by dropping off your ballot at a drop box or voting in person at a polling station.

    How do I return my ballot by mailbox?

    If you receive a ballot in the mail, you can return it by dropping it off at a secure mailbox.

    Most counties in Arizona offer at least a handful of these boxes. Some are located at polling locations and are only accessible when those locations are open. Others are outdoors and available to voters at any time.

    To find ballot drop boxes near you, visit your county clerk’s website.

    Is voting by mail or mailbox safe?

    Yes, both methods are safe and secure.

    Only registered voters can request a ballot by mail, and each voter must sign the outside of their ballot envelope. These signatures are verified by election workers before a ballot is counted.

    Tampering with the mail is punished with high penalties because it deters theft. The U.S. Postal Service last year began replacing some aging mailboxes with ones that are more resistant to postal tampering.

    Election officials say mailboxes are constantly monitored by cameras. Different counties are also taking various additional security measures, such as: B. installing GPS tracking devices and tamper-evident tabs on the boxes.

    Bipartisan teams are tasked with picking up ballots at regional mail centers and drop boxes. They fill out forms that establish the chain of custody for ballots, which remain unopened until their signature has been verified and they are ready to be counted.

    All of this ensures that your ballot remains safe and secure after you cast it.

    How can I vote early in person in Arizona?

    All voters in Arizona can cast their ballot in person, regardless of whether the ballot was mailed to them or not. You can vote early in person or on Election Day.

    If you are on the active early voting list, poll workers will cancel your mailed ballot and give you a replacement ballot to vote on. If you did not receive a ballot in the mail, you will receive one when you arrive at the polling place.

    Some counties assign polling places to voters based on their precinct. Others use a vote center model, where voters can go to any polling place in the county to cast their vote. Check with your district returning officer for details.

    If you vote in person, ID is required. Acceptable forms of identification include:

    • Your valid Arizona driver’s license
    • Your valid state ID card
    • Your tribal registration card
    • Other government-issued ID
    • Two documents such as a utility bill and a bank statement showing your name and address

    Can I track my ballot?

    Yes. Maricopa County voters can track their ballot at BeBallotReady.Vote. Pima County voters can track their ballot on the county recorder’s website. Voters in other parts of Arizona can track their ballot through BallotTrax.

    Do you still have questions?

    The Arizona Secretary of State’s Office provides contact information for election officials by county.

    All voters can contact the Secretary of State’s Office at 1-877-THE-VOTE or 602-542-8683.

    Sasha Hupka covers county government and election administration for the Arizona Republic. Reach her at [email protected]. Follow her on X: @SashaHupka. Follow her on Instagram or Threads: @sashahupkasnaps. Subscribe to her weekly election newsletter, Republic Recount.

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