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Check out our Voter Registration Drive Toolkit for a start-to-finish guide to get you started!

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If you did not vote in the Primary Election, you can still vote in the General Election.

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You cannot vote in multiple part primaries, only ONE primary election ballot may be cast on the same day.

If a primary runoff is needed, a person cannot vote in that election if they previously voted in another party's primary. (Miss. Code Ann. § 97-13-35).

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Check out our Political Signs and Disclaimer Requirements to see what rules and disclaimers political signs must follow.

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College students may register to vote with either their home address OR school residence. Learn more about voter registration options.

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Mississippi allows for 10 types of photo identification to be used on Election Day. View the complete list of acceptable photo identification.

If you don't have any of those listed, you can get a free MS Voter Identification Card by visiting any circuit clerk's office. Learn more about how to get a Mississippi Voter ID Card. 

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To apply to be a poll worker, please fill out this form.

For more information about being a poll worker, look at our Poll Watcher Conduct guide.

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All voters have the right to ask questions and view a sample ballot posted before voting. All voters have the right to mark a ballot in private, free from intimidation or force, and to cast a ballot if in line to vote at 7 p.m.

It is unlawful to post or distribute any campaign literature within 150 feet of the polling place unless on private property. This includes wearing any T-shirts, buttons, etc. with a candidate’s name or likeness as well. It is also unlawful to loiter within 30 feet of the polling place.

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