A provisional ballot is used to record a vote when there is some question in regards to a given voter's eligibility. A provisional ballot would be cast when:
The voter refuses to show a photo ID (in regions that require one)
The voter's name does not appear on the electoral roll for the given precinct.
The voter's registration contains inaccurate or out-dated information such as the wrong address or a misspelled name.
The voter's ballot has already been recorded
Whether a provisional ballot is counted is contingent upon the verification of that voter's eligibility.
What should I do if my name is not on the voter's list?
Ask the election officer in charge of the polling place to check your registration by looking at the inactive voter's list and by checking to see if you are registered in another precinct in that municipality.
If they still cannot find your name, you may cast a provisional ballot.
To cast a provisional ballot, you must also show suitable identification.
After the election, the local election official will search for records to confirm your voter registration. If your eligibility is confirmed, your ballot will be counted. If your eligibility cannot be confirmed, your ballot will remain sealed in an envelope until such time as it is required to be kept and then will be destroyed without being viewed.
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