Not sure how to use the voting machine?
You have a right to get instruction on how to use a voting machine before you vote.
Language problems? Need help inside the voting booth?
You may bring someone into the voting booth with you. You only have to ask the warden or person in charge of the poll for permission which they must grant.
Trouble with access to the polls?
All polling locations by law must be accessible to everyone.
Out of town? Not able to get to the polls on election day?
You can vote with an absentee ballot. Get an absentee ballot application from a Boston VOTE site or call one of the numbers below. You can vote weeks before the election at City Hall.
I have NOT voted recently. What should I bring to the polls?
You may be listed as an “Inactive Voter”. If so, you will be asked to:
- Show ID photo ID, passport, utility bill, bank statement.
- Sign an affidavit of current residency before you vote.
Who do I contact if I have problems voting?
Voting is your right. Have any problems or questions? Call…
- Your City or Town Clerk from this state phone list
- Secretary of State, Elections 617-727-2828
