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48430: Identification Issue
I had accidentally left my wallet behind, and got to the polls VERY late - in fact I was the last voter in the city. I had to sign an affidavit affirming my identity, although several of the poll workers have known me all my life(my priest, the city clerk). My vote was excepted no problem-thanks to Michigans good system. Have an ID or sign to vouch for yourself. Read More »
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Voting in Michigan
17 Electoral Votes
Polling Hours: 7 a.m. – 8 p.m.
2008 Registered Voters: 7,470,764 as of 11/03 (Michigan Department of State)
Change from 2004: +4%
Election Day Registration: No
Post-Election Manual Audits: No
ID Requirements: Photo ID requested of all voters; voters without ID can sign affidavits and cast regular (non-provisional ballots)
Provisional Voting: Eligible for verification if cast in correct precinct
Voting System: Optical scan and ballot-marking device
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