Provisional Ballot Reason Form - Ohio

Provisional Ballot Reason Form is a legal document that was released by the Ohio Secretary of State - a government authority operating within Ohio.

FAQ

Q: What is a provisional ballot?A: A provisional ballot is used to record a vote when there are questions about a voter's eligibility.

Q: Who needs to use a provisional ballot?A: Individuals who are not listed on the voter registration rolls or whose eligibility is in question.

Q: Why would someone's eligibility be in question?A: Reasons for eligibility questions may include not having proper identification, not being a resident of the area, or already having voted.

Q: How can someone obtain a provisional ballot?A: By filling out a Provisional Ballot Reason Form at a polling location.

Q: What information is required on the Provisional Ballot Reason Form?A: The form asks for the voter's name, address, date of birth, reason for using a provisional ballot, and identification number.

Q: What happens after someone fills out a Provisional Ballot Reason Form?A: The completed form is reviewed by election officials who will determine if the provisional ballot should be counted.

Q: Is there a deadline for submitting a Provisional Ballot Reason Form?A: Yes, the form must be submitted by the close of polls on Election Day.

Q: How can someone find out if their provisional ballot was counted?A: The voter can check the status of their provisional ballot by contacting their local election board.