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First Time Voter FAQ's

I’VE NEVER VOTED BEFORE, WHERE DO I GO REGISTER?

Citizens may register at most public libraries, city, state or federal government facilities, at local voter registration drives, or at the election board office located at 1828 Walnut Street. You may also download a voter registration request form from our website at www.kceb.org.

WHAT IDENTIFICATION DO I NEED TO REGISTER?

The most commonly used identification is a driver’s license. However the following are also accepted: a current bank statement, utility bill, paycheck or other government document that shows the voter’s name and address; a passport, social security card, Missouri college/university i.d. or out- of- state driver’s license.

IS THERE A DEADLINE FOR REGISTERING?

Voter registration takes place 365 days a year, but to vote in an election, one must be registered approximately four weeks prior to the election. July 9 and October 8 are the registration deadlines for this year’s August primary and November general elections respectively.

CAN I VOTE IF I’M NOT REGISTERED?

No. Federal law requires that all voters must be registered.

WHERE DO I GO VOTE?

Within a few weeks of registering, you will receive written confirmation of your registration,, along with the address of your poll site. In addition, approximately two weeks prior to each election, you will receive a voter notification card indicating the election type, date and your poll site location. You can also find your voting location on our website at www.kceb.org by clicking on “Check Your Voter Status” after typing in your last name and street name.

DO I NEED A PHOTO I.D. TO VOTE?

No. The State of Missouri does not require photo identification to vote. (Refer to the list of accepted i.d. types above)

WHAT I.D. WILL I NEED ON ELECTION DAY?

The most common type of identification used on election day is a driver’s license. A passport, Missouri college i.d., current utility bill, bank statement or other government issued i.d. are also acceptable.

HOW DO I KNOW WHAT NAMES OR ISSUES WILL BE ON THE BALLOT?

A complete Sample Ballot is available on the election board website at www.kceb.org six weeks prior to every election.

WHAT IF I’M OUT OF TOWN ON ELECTION DAY?

Citizens can vote absentee if they meet several requirements including being absent from your voting jurisdiction on election day. An application for an absentee ballot is available up to 10 weeks prior to an election at www.kceb.org and by clicking on “Absentee Services.”

I DON’T KNOW HOW TO WORK THE VOTING MACHINES, CAN I STILL VOTE?

Yes. There are election day workers available at every poll to show voters how to work the machines and to assist if needed. In addition, there is a video demonstration explaining how to vote and use the machines at www.kceb.org (click on “New Voting Equipment.”)

WHAT IF I WANT TO WORK AT A POLL ON ELECTION DAY?

We need you! The election board needs hundreds of additional employees on election day and encourages you to sign up to work. We have several categories of poll workers that might fit your interests or skills: election judge, voter assistance specialist, deputy commissioner, registrar greeter/locator, pickup person, or phone bank operator. We provide the training and competitive pay. You’ll enjoy playing a role in this historic election year! Fill out the “Election Worker Application” form at www.kceb.org or call 842-4820.