Top 10 Things GAB Says Voters Should Know
Tuesday, November 6th, 2012 -- 9:44 AM
-The Government Accountability Board released its list of the top 10 things Wisconsin voters should know for Election Day.The number one thing voters should know is where to vote and whether they're currently registered.
Number two on the list is that voters can register at the polling place on Election Day.
Third on the list, voters should know that a photo ID is not required for voters to receive a ballot.
Fourth, voters should know what to do if they witness problems at the polling place.
Fifth, election observers must follow the rules.
Sixth, under state law, a voter can request up to three hours of unpaid time off to vote on Election Day. However, the request for time off must be made in advance to give the employer time to adjust work schedules.
Seventh, voters are asked not to wear political clothing or paraphernalia to the polling place on Election Day.
Eighth, get in line before the polls close.
Ninth, absentee ballots must be postmarked by Election Day.
Finally, there is no straight-party voting. That means voters can no longer make one mark on the ballot in order to cast votes for every candidate belonging to a particular party. Voters must vote for candidates for each office on the ballot separately.
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