INDIANA — Officials are expecting record turnout for the 2020 General Election on Tuesday, Nov. 3. Voters should anticipate long lines and wait times to cast their vote in any one of the 150 voting centers throughout the city. If possible, bring a folding chair, and umbrella if it looks like rain.
Make sure your have your state-approved picture ID with you when you go to the polls. The BMV issues a photo ID for individuals who do not drive. You must visit a BMV branch for this ID. The BMV has extended hours to get the ID, from 8:30 a.m.-8 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 2 and from 6 a.m.-6 p.m. on Nov. 3. Visit the BMV Web site, in.gov/bmv to get a list of documents you need to bring with you to get the ID.
If you have special needs, such as visual impairment, you have the right to bring someone in with you to help you vote — a family member, friend, or other person of your choosing. If you need assistance and you are alone, a poll worker will help you.
According to the ACLU, if the polls close and you are still in line, stay there. You have the right to vote if you arrived in line before the polls close at 6 p.m.
If you make an error on your ballot, ask for a new one. The new voting machines allow voters to correct errors, and a chance to review their choices. Slow down and double check to see your choices were recorded accurately.
If the machines are down at your polling place, ask for a paper ballot.
Double check your ballot to ensure it reflects your choices. If there seems to be an error, bring it to a poll worker’s attention immediately.
If you experience voter intimidation, accessibility issues, or fraudulent activities at the polls, please report them immediately to the State of Indiana Help America Vote hotline at 866-461-8683. They will have staff on hand to answer calls from 6 a.m.-7 p.m. on Election Day.
Due to the high number of absentee ballots that have been turned in, plus record early voting numbers, the results of the election may not be known for days.