Election Day is Tuesday, November 5, 2024. Polls will be open in Indiana from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., local time.
To vote early, find your polling place, and research the candidates on your ballot, visit IndianaVoters.in.gov.
To vote early, find your polling place, and research the candidates on your ballot, visit IndianaVoters.in.gov.
You have the right to vote in Indiana if:
There are a lot of misconceptions about who can and cannot vote in Indiana. Let’s be clear — you can vote in Indiana if you:
October 7, 2024: Deadline to register to vote or update your registration for the 2024 election.
October 8, 2024: First day of early voting in-person.
October 24, 2024: Application deadline for voting absentee by mail. Mail-in ballots must be received by 6:00 p.m. on Election Day.
November 4, 2024: Last day of early voting in Indiana.
November 5, 2024: Election Day! Polls will be open 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., local time.
All registered voters in Indiana are eligible to vote early in-person. Early voting begins October 8 and ends November 4. Early voting locations and times vary from county-to-county — visit IndianaVoters.in.gov or contact your County Election Board for information on early voting in your county. Remember, a valid photo ID is required to vote early in-person.
Note: Every county in Indiana is required to have early voting available during the two Saturdays prior to Election Day (October 26 and November 2).
To vote absentee-by-mail in Indiana, a voter must be able to personally mark their own ballot and sign their name to the completed ballot security envelope and have a reason to request an absentee vote-by-mail ballot:
Whether voting early or on Election Day, Hoosier voters must present a photo ID in order to vote. In accordance with state law, your ID must:
In most cases, an Indiana driver's license, Indiana photo ID card, Military ID, or U.S. Passport is sufficient. Click here to see examples of acceptable forms of ID.
A student ID from an Indiana State school may only be used if it meets all of the 4 criteria specified above. A student ID from a private institution may not be used for voting purposes. For more information on College Students click here.
If you are unable or unwilling to present an ID meeting these requirements, you may cast a provisional ballot. If you cast a provisional ballot, you have until noon 10 days after the election to follow up with the county election board and either provide the necessary documentation or affirm one of the law’s exemptions applies to you.
Voters may also submit an application for a free photo ID at the Bureau of Motor Vehicles. The Secretary of State provides further information.
Exemptions to Indiana’s voter ID law exist for those who cannot afford an ID, people with a religious objection to being photographed, and those living in state-licensed facilities that serve as their precinct's polling place. On Election Day, you can cast a provisional ballot and then visit the county election office within 10 days to prove you qualify for an exemption. Alternatively, you can vote early in-person and claim your exemption there.
A free ID card may be issued by the BMV if you are at least 18 years old, a United States citizen, and you are eligible to vote. However, when you apply for a new driver’s license, permit or identification card, you must present original versions or certified copies of the following documents:
Ask for a provisional ballot if a poll worker says you are not on the voter list at their polling location.
You have the right to an accessible polling location. All locations must have at least one accessible voting machine and the facility, including entrances and pathways, must be accessible.
You have a right not to be intimidated or harassed while voting.
You have the right to vote privately and independently.
You have the right to vote, even if you have a guardian.
Voters can ask for language assistance from a poll worker if they need help reading or understanding how to vote.
You have the right to assistance to vote, if you would like.
Assistance must be requested before you enter the voting booth.
You may receive assistance from poll workers or a family member, friend, or other person of your choosing.
You may not receive assistance from your boss or union representative.
For help at the polls, or if you believe your rights have been violated, the quickest way to get help is by calling the non-partisan Election Protection Hotline at 1-866-OUR-VOTE (Spanish: 1-888-839-8682), or text MYVOTE to 866-687-8683.
The ACLU of Indiana may be able to help with inquiries related to treatment at the polls, absentee voting, or early voting — request legal help here.
The ACLU is strongly committed to protecting everyone’s right to make their political opinions known. But it is important you know the exceptions when it comes to the polls.
Indiana laws prohibit campaigning within 50 feet of the polling entrance. That also means passive political speech such as wearing political clothing, pins, or stickers. Voting officials can deny the right to vote to anyone wearing clothing or paraphernalia supporting a candidate or issue on the ballot.
It was found in Burson v. Freeman, that “some restricted zone is necessary in order to serve the States’ compelling interests in preventing voter intimidation and election fraud.”
While some issue related clothing can still be worn at the polls, unless you know for sure, we suggest that you be prepared to cover up or remove such clothing. Though you may be permitted to vote, you also risk being turned away. In an election that has been described by many as the most important in our lifetime, we suggest that pragmatism carry the day.
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"Ballot selfie" laws vary state-to-state — but as a result of an ACLU of Indiana lawsuit, Hoosier voters have the right to take photos of their ballots and to post them on social media.
Individuals registering for the first time (whether in person or by mail) must submit an Indiana driver’s license number or the last four digits of their SSN with their application, and the county voter registration office or election official must be able to match the applicant with an existing Indiana identification record bearing the same name, date of birth, and identification number set forth in the voter registration application.
Time off to vote is subject to the employer; there is no requirement for employers to grant time off to vote for employees.
The polls will be open 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Election Day — registered voters who are scheduled to work the entire twelve hours while polls are open are eligible to vote by mail.
There are two easy requirements in order to participate:
Poll workers earn up to $150 for their service, depending on the county. Find more information about being a poll worker here.