LWV/ABC
Information for New Voters

(updated 9/4/2007)

 

Cherish the Right to Vote

Links to Useful Web Resources

Some frequently-asked questions

When does a voter get a provisional ballot?

You will be issued a provisional ballot if your name does not appear on the roster or you do not provide the required identification. (Section 1-12-8 (A) (B) (C), NMSA 1978).

What if I need help in voting? Who can help me with my ballot?

You may request assistance in voting at the polls if you are blind, physically disabled, unable to read or write or a member of a language minority (Section 1-12-12, NMSA 1978).

Any person of your choice may assist you, except your employer, an agent of the employer, an officer or agent of your union, or a candidate whose name is on the ballot (Section 1-12-15, NMSA 1978).

 


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