Kansas Voter's Rights and Responsibilities
Rights
As a Kansas Elector, you have the right to:
- Ask questions
- Request a ballot if you are: a United State citizen, 18 years or older, a Kansas resident, and registered to vote
- Vote a provisional ballot if your name is not on the voter registration list or if there is another question about your qualifications to vote
- Vote in an accessible voting place, and receive assistance if needed
- Review a sample ballot before voting
- Receive a ballot if you are in line at the time the polls close
- Obtain up to 2 replacement ballots if yours is mismarked or spoiled
- Occupy the voting booth up to 5 minutes if others are waiting
- Have your ballot count if it is cast legally and timely
Responsibilities
As a Kansas elector, you have the responsibility to:
- Register to vote at least fifteen days before the election
- Respect the privacy and voting rights of others
- Read and follow instructions
- Follow all federal and state voting laws
- Follow voting procedures established by the county election officer and precinct elections board workers
- Report illegal activities such as electioneering or denial of voting rights to the precinct election board, the county election officer or the secretary of state
- Review your ballot before casting it to ensure it is complete and correct
- Treat election workers and other voters with courtesy and respect
- Be informed about the candidates and issues on the ballot
- Keep your voter registration and address records current in the county election office
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