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When do polls open in DC, Maryland, Virginia?
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When do polls open in DC, Maryland, Virginia?

The 2024 presidential election will take place on Tuesday, November 5th. This is a historic election that produced record numbers of early voters in many states.

But if you haven't made it to the polls yet, here's everything you need to know about voting in DC, Maryland and Virginia.

Vote in DC

On Election Day, DC voters can cast their ballot at any voting center, regardless of their home address.

Here you will find all voting centers that are open on election day from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m

Vote in Maryland

You must cast your vote on election day Assigned polling station. All Election Day polls in Maryland will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. As long as you are in line by 8 p.m., you are allowed to vote.

Other important information:

  • You may bring one or two children under 18 to vote, as long as they do not disrupt the voting process.
  • Cell phones, pagers, cameras and computers are not permitted in early voting centers and polling locations.
  • You may bring printed materials, including a marked ballot, to assist you in voting.
  • First-time voters may be required to present ID. Acceptable forms include: Current photo ID (e.g. Maryland driver's license, US passport) Current utility bill or bank statement with your name and address (dated within 3 months)
  • Current photo ID (e.g. Maryland driver's license, US passport)
  • Current electricity bill or bank statement with your name and address (not older than 3 months)
  • You can wear clothing, pins or stickers with political messages, but you must leave the polling station immediately after voting.
  • Write-in votes are allowed in general elections, but not in primaries. Instructions for voting by mail will be posted at polling stations.
  • If your employer requires proof of voting, ask an election judge for a certificate of attendance.

Virginia vote

On Election Day, November 5, polls across the Commonwealth of Virginia will be open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Virginia law requires voters to present acceptable identification or sign an attestation statement at the polls.

Voting requirements:

  • Voters without valid ID can sign an ID confirmation or vote provisionally.
  • In order for their votes to be counted, provisional voters must provide identification or sign the ID Confirmation Form by noon on the Friday following the election.

Acceptable IDs:

  • Review the list of acceptable voter IDs before you go to the polls.

Preliminary election process:

  • Voters without ID will receive written instructions on how to present their ID or sign the ID verification form after provisional voting.
  • IDs or signed statements may be submitted by fax, email, in person or by mail, but must be received by the local board of elections by noon on the Friday following the election.

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