What do you need to vote in Michigan for the 2024 primary? Here's a checklist of what to bring

What to know about Michigan's presidential primary

(CBS DETROIT) - Michigan's 2024 presidential primary is Tuesday, Feb. 27. 

Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. local time. 

Here's a list of what you can and cannot bring with you to the polls on Election Day. 

What to bring with you to vote in Michigan

As a voter, you are not required to possess a photo ID to vote in Michigan. 

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If you do not have a photo ID, you can still cast your vote in Michigan. You must sign an affidavit stating that you do not have a valid photo ID. After signing the affidavit, you can cast your ballot. 

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If you have a photo ID, like a driver's license or state-issued ID, you must present it at the polling location. 

The following are acceptable forms of photo ID: 

  • Driver's license or state ID card issued by Michigan or another state
  • Federal, state, county or local government-issued photo ID
  • U.S. passport
  • Military photo ID card
  • Student photo ID card from an educational institution
  • Tribal photo ID card
  • Local or county-issued government ID
  • Concealed pistol license

If your photo ID or driver's license has expired, you cannot use it as a valid photo ID. Instead, you must sign an affidavit saying you do not have a valid photo ID.

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You are entitled to bring voter information guides or pamphlets when voting, but you must take them with you once you've cast your ballot. 

You can take a selfie outside of voting areas. 

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You can also be assisted by an interpreter to vote in a language that is not English. 

What not to bring with you to vote in Michigan

As a registered voter in Michigan on Election Day, you are not permitted to wear campaign clothing or accessories, like hats, pins and stickers, within 100 feet of a polling location. 

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You cannot bring election or campaign flyers into a polling location or within 100 feet of a polling place. You can also not take a picture while in a voting area. 

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