Michigan has same-day voter registration. Here's how to register to vote today to cast your 2024 primary ballot.
(CBS DETROIT) - Michigan has same-day voter registration, which means that residents will be able to register to vote on Tuesday, Feb. 27, the day of the state's 2024 presidential primary election.
Same-day voter registration was approved through a ballot initiative in 2018.
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Here's everything you need to know to vote on Election Day.
How does same-day voter registration work in Michigan?
Anyone who is not registered to vote can register in person at their city or township clerk's office by 8 p.m.
After registering to vote on Election Day, a person can vote using an absentee ballot at the clerk's office to cast their vote.
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What do you need to take for same-day voter registration?
Michigan residents who plan to partake in same-day voter registration must bring proof of eligibility and residency with them to the clerk's office.
To register to vote, residents must be:
- A Michigan resident (at the time you register) and a resident of your city or township for at least 30 days (when you vote)
- A United States citizen
- At least 18 years of age (when you vote)
- Not currently serving a sentence in jail or prison
In addition, residents must bring proof of residency. The following documents can be used:
- Michigan driver's license or state ID
- Current utility bill
- Bank statement
- Paycheck or government check
- Other government document
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How do you know what polling place to go to?
Voters can find out their polling locations by visiting the Secretary of State's website. It will give details about the address of your polling place, along with information about your local clerk's office and drop box locations for absentee voters.
In addition, absentee voters will be able to check the status of their ballots.
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If a voter is participating in same-day voter registration, then they will need to go to their local clerk's office to register rather than heading straight to the polls.
How late are Michigan polls open?
Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. local time on Election Day. If you are in line by 8 p.m., you have the right to vote.
