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Helpful information for first-time voters

Helpful information for first-time voters

The Franklin County Election Board is providing answers to frequently asked questions for first-time voters ahead of Pennsylvania’s Nov. 5 presidential election.

Where do I go to vote?

There are 73 polling locations in Franklin County. Voters must vote at the polling station
are assigned to them based on their home address. The polling station locations are listed on
Voter registration cards and can be checked at www.pavoterservices.pa.gov. The
The website can also provide directions from voters’ homes to their polling places.

What time do polling stations open and close?

Polling stations open at 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. Registered voters in line at 8 p.m. will do so
allowed to vote.

Do I have to show ID before I vote?

First-time voters must present either a valid photo ID or a photo ID
before a ballot paper is handed to him. If you are unable or unwilling to provide authorization
If you provide ID, you can vote with a provisional ballot. The following is approved
Forms of photo ID:

  • PA driver’s license or PennDOT ID card
  • Identification card issued by the federal government
  • Identification card issued by an agency of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
  • US passport
  • US Armed Forces ID card
  • Student ID card
  • Employee ID

The following are approved forms of non-photo identification that must include that of a voter
Name and address:

  • Voter ID card issued by the Voter Registration Commission
  • Non-photo ID issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
  • Photo ID issued by the federal government
  • Weapon permit
  • Current bank statement
  • Current electricity bill
  • Current paycheck
  • Government check

What do I do if I can’t go to my polling place on Election Day?

Voters who cannot or do not want to go to their polling stations on Election Day may do so
request an absentee or absentee ballot. Applications for both types of elections are possible
online at www.pavoterservices.state.pa.us or www.franklincountypa.gov. Applications
is also available at the Franklin County Voter Registration Office at 272
N. Second St., Chambersburg, or call 717-261-3886. The application deadline for one
Absentee voting or absentee voting is October 29th.

Who can I contact if I have any questions about voting or the election day process?

All voter registration questions should be directed to Franklin County Voter
Registration Office at 717-261-3886. All election-related questions should be directed to
the Franklin County Election Board at 717-261-3812. Additional election and voters
Registration information can be found on the Franklin County website.
www.franklincountypa.gov.

For more information that may be helpful to first-time voters, see Voting.
Pa website, www.vote.pa.gov. Click “Voting in PA” at the top of the page, then click “Voting in PA.”
First time voter. Additional election information is also available on Franklin
County website, www.franklincountypa.gov.