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Last day to register for February 26, 2013 Election January 28,2013
Election (primary election for select cities)Februray 26,2013
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Election (general election for select cities)May 7,2013
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Election (primary election for select cities)August 6,2013
Last day to register for November 5, 2013 ElectionOctober 7,2013
Election (general election for select cities))November 5,2013
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Michigan: Voting at the Polls on Election Day

Poll Hours: 7:00 AM-8:00 PM

    Do I need to show identification in order to vote?

    • Michigan does have a voter identification requirement at the polls. Voters are asked to present an acceptable photo ID such as a Michigan driver's license or identification card. Please note that voters who do not have an acceptable form of ID or failed to bring it with them to the polls still can vote. They simply sign a brief affidavit stating that they're not in possession of a photo ID. Their ballots are included with all others and counted on Election Day.

    Every Michigan voter who offers to vote in the polls must comply with the requirement by showing picture identification or signing an affidavit attesting that he or she is not in possession of picture identification.

    Voters with picture ID:

    • Voters can satisfy the ID requirement by showing a Michigan driver's license or a Michigan personal identification card.

    Voters who do not possess either document may show any of the following forms of picture ID as long as it is current

    Other forms of Identification:

    • Driver's license or personal ID card issued by another state.
    • Federal or state government-issued photo ID.
    • U.S. passport.
    • Military identification card with photo.
    • Student identification with photo from a high school or an accredited institution of higher education.
    • Tribal identification card with photo.

    Does Michigan allow early voting?

    • No. While some states allow all voters to cast ballots prior to Election Day, Michigan does not have early voting. Of course, qualified Michigan voters can cast absentee ballots prior to Election Day.

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      While we are working to give you up-to-date information, we urge you to be proactive! In order to ensure you have all the information you need before casting your vote, you should also check with your state and local election officials for information about additional requirements or regulations.
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