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$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-basic-box"> <div> <div class="module-spacer"> <header><h1 class="article-headline">How to Vote in North Dakota's 2024 Elections</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 10/18/24 by <b>Maura Kelly Lannan</b> </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/elecciones-guia-para-votar-dakota-del-norte?intcmp=AE-POL-TOSPA-TOGL-VOTA-ND-ES" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">En español</a></span></span><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Important dates and election information</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Absentee/mail ballots become available:</b> Thursday, Sept. 26</li><li><b>Early voting begins: </b>Monday, Oct. 21</li><li><b>Deadline to return an absentee/mail ballot: </b>Monday, Nov. 4</li><li><b>General election:</b> Tuesday, Nov. 5</li></ul><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/2a/0e/9ef9405040798087037804cde97a/election-2023-bul2024.jpg" alt="AARP election buttons final" width="900" height="900" style="height: auto; max-width: 230px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at a glance</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Voter registration: </b>North Dakota does not require voter registration.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Absentee voting: </b>Eligible voters in mail ballot counties will be mailed an absentee ballot application. In all other counties, voters must request an application from their <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor</a></span></span>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Early voting:</b> Not all counties offer early in-person voting. <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Check with your county</a></span></span> for dates and times, if available.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Voting at the polls: </b>Voting hours vary by county. Find your polling location at<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></span></span><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo</a></span></span>. Bring an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">acceptable form of photo ID</a></span></span><b> </b>that includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Learn more</b> about <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/nd-ready-to-vote-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">North Dakota candidates and measures</a></span></span>.</li></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Recent changes to voting in North Dakota</h2></span></span><p>A federal judge ruled that a new <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Legislative%20District%20map%202024.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">map</a></span></span> altering the boundaries of certain state House and Senate districts be used for the 2024 elections. However, a ruling over those district lines is being appealed. Check the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">state’s polling place search tool</a></span></span> to confirm your district and your voting location.<br><br>Voters with a disability that prevents them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to register to vote</h2></span></span><p>North Dakota does not require voter registration. To vote, you must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years old and a North Dakota resident who has lived in a North Dakota precinct for at least 30 days prior to Election Day. Any<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> eligible voter</a></span></span> may cast a ballot if they provide<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> acceptable identification</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Registering to vote on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>North Dakota does not require voter registration.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to request an absentee/mail ballot</h2></span></span><p>Any eligible voter in North Dakota may request an absentee ballot. You will need to submit a new application each year. There is no cutoff date for requesting an absentee ballot. You can apply: <br></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> Complete the<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/absentee/Default.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> absentee/mail ballot application online</a></span></span>, then print the form and mail it to your<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/CountyAuditors.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></span></span><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor</a></span></span>. While there is no cutoff date for requesting a ballot by mail, voters should account for mail delivery times. Counties need time to receive the application, process it and mail the ballot.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Visit your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor's office</a></span></span>. Mark and return your ballot while there, or take it home and return it by mail or in person. </li></ul><ul><li><b>By fax/email:</b> Fax your absentee ballot application or attach a scanned copy to an email and send it to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span>.</li></ul><p>Also, someone else can pick up your absentee/mail ballot for you if you submit an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.nd.gov/eforms/Doc/sfn53933.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Agent Authorization request form</a></span></span>, which also serves as your absentee ballot application. An agent can pick up ballots for up to four voters per election.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Returning an absentee/mail ballot</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> The return envelope must be postmarked with proper postage no later than 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4, the day before the election.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Deliver your ballot to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span> by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. </li></ul><ul><li><b>Drop box: </b>Put your ballot in a drop box by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. Find drop box locations at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vote.nd.gov</a></span></span> under the "County Drop Boxes" tab.</li></ul><p>Use the state’s<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/AbsenteeTracker.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> absentee/mail ballot tracker</a></span></span> to check the status of your ballot.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting in person before Election Day </h2></span></span><p>County commissions decide whether to offer early in-person voting, which can start no earlier than Monday, Oct. 21. Locations, dates and times are available <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at the polls on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Polling locations cannot open earlier than 7 a.m. and must be open by 9 a.m., local time. All polling locations must remain open until 7 p.m. and close no later than 9 p.m., local time. Polling place voting hours are available through the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Polling Place Search</a></span></span>. If you are in line when the polls close, you will be allowed to vote.<br><br>Sample ballots will be available on the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlPKID=7&ptlhPKID=50" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">My Voting Information portal.</a></span></span></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/5c/d7/90904dfd46e78d08ec33113b7437/400-vote-guide-north-dakota-2024.jpg" alt="North Dakota Ranks First In New Cases Per Capita" width="400" height="291" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px;"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">A voter places a ballot in a drop box in Fargo, N.D. </figcaption> <div class="Figure-credit">Dan Koeck/Bloomberg via Getty Images</div> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voter ID requirements on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>To vote,<b> </b>bring an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">acceptable form of photo ID</a></span></span><b> </b>that<b> </b>includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth. A state-issued driver’s license, nondriver’s ID card, tribal government-issued ID or <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Long%20Term%20Care%20Certificate_fillable.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Long Term Care Certificate </a></span></span>is acceptable.<br><br>If your ID does not include your residential address or date of birth, or your address is not current, you can supplement the ID with<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> another document</a></span></span>, such as a current utility bill, bank statement or a check.<br><br>If you are unable to show a valid form of ID but qualify to vote, you can mark a ballot on Election Day or during early voting that will be set aside. You must then show valid ID at your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span> by Monday, Nov. 18.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting with a disability</h2></span></span><p>Any voter can use the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://verifiedvoting.org/election-system/ess-expressvote/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ExpressVote ballot</a></span></span> marking device when voting in person. This device allows voters to use a touchscreen and includes accessibility features such as larger fonts, audio and contrast setting options, and the use of assistive devices like headphones or switches. Voters can also ask a trusted friend to help mark their ballot, or may request assistance from judges working at a polling location.<br><br>Voters with disabilities that may prevent them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county. The ballot is delivered through a secure electronic portal and allows voters to use screen readers and other tools to independently fill out an absentee ballot and return the ballot through the secure online portal.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting from a nursing home or long-term care facility</h2></span></span><p>Voters living in a nursing home or long-term care facility can vote in person or by using an absentee/mail ballot. You can use either the address of the facility where you live or your permanent or previous address when requesting an absentee ballot. You can vote in person at the polling place assigned either to the facility, if you have lived there for 30 days before the election, or to your permanent or previous address. You can receive a L<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Long%20Term%20Care%20Certificate_fillable.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ong Term Care Certificate</a></span></span> from your facility that can be used as your identification.<br><br><b><i>Editor’s note:</i></b><i> This guide was originally published on Dec. 27, 2023, and has been updated with new links to 2024 general election information. </i><br><br><i>Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the </i>Chicago Tribune<i> and the Waterbury, Connecticut, </i>Republican-American<i>. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, </i>The Boston Globe <i>and other publications. </i><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Also of Interest:</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/voting-tips-from-the-nd-secretary-of-state" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Voting tips from North Dakota's Secretary of State</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow AARP’s political coverage</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keep up with local events and AARP advocacy efforts</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/info-2024/state-voting-guides.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find voter guides for all 50 states</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://aarp.org/careforcaregivers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about AARP’s caregiving advocacy work </a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP North Dakota. 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max-width: 230px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at a glance</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Voter registration: </b>North Dakota does not require voter registration.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Absentee voting: </b>Eligible voters in mail ballot counties will be mailed an absentee ballot application. In all other counties, voters must request an application from their <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor</a></span></span>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Early voting:</b> Not all counties offer early in-person voting. <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Check with your county</a></span></span> for dates and times, if available.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Voting at the polls: </b>Voting hours vary by county. Find your polling location at<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></span></span><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo</a></span></span>. Bring an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">acceptable form of photo ID</a></span></span><b> </b>that includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Learn more</b> about <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/nd-ready-to-vote-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">North Dakota candidates and measures</a></span></span>.</li></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Recent changes to voting in North Dakota</h2></span></span><p>A federal judge ruled that a new <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Legislative%20District%20map%202024.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">map</a></span></span> altering the boundaries of certain state House and Senate districts be used for the 2024 elections. However, a ruling over those district lines is being appealed. Check the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">state’s polling place search tool</a></span></span> to confirm your district and your voting location.<br><br>Voters with a disability that prevents them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to register to vote</h2></span></span><p>North Dakota does not require voter registration. To vote, you must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years old and a North Dakota resident who has lived in a North Dakota precinct for at least 30 days prior to Election Day. Any<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> eligible voter</a></span></span> may cast a ballot if they provide<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> acceptable identification</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Registering to vote on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>North Dakota does not require voter registration.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to request an absentee/mail ballot</h2></span></span><p>Any eligible voter in North Dakota may request an absentee ballot. You will need to submit a new application each year. There is no cutoff date for requesting an absentee ballot. You can apply: <br></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> Complete the<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/absentee/Default.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> absentee/mail ballot application online</a></span></span>, then print the form and mail it to your<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/CountyAuditors.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></span></span><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor</a></span></span>. While there is no cutoff date for requesting a ballot by mail, voters should account for mail delivery times. Counties need time to receive the application, process it and mail the ballot.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Visit your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor's office</a></span></span>. Mark and return your ballot while there, or take it home and return it by mail or in person. </li></ul><ul><li><b>By fax/email:</b> Fax your absentee ballot application or attach a scanned copy to an email and send it to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span>.</li></ul><p>Also, someone else can pick up your absentee/mail ballot for you if you submit an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.nd.gov/eforms/Doc/sfn53933.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Agent Authorization request form</a></span></span>, which also serves as your absentee ballot application. An agent can pick up ballots for up to four voters per election.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Returning an absentee/mail ballot</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> The return envelope must be postmarked with proper postage no later than 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4, the day before the election.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Deliver your ballot to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span> by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. </li></ul><ul><li><b>Drop box: </b>Put your ballot in a drop box by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. Find drop box locations at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vote.nd.gov</a></span></span> under the "County Drop Boxes" tab.</li></ul><p>Use the state’s<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/AbsenteeTracker.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> absentee/mail ballot tracker</a></span></span> to check the status of your ballot.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting in person before Election Day </h2></span></span><p>County commissions decide whether to offer early in-person voting, which can start no earlier than Monday, Oct. 21. Locations, dates and times are available <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at the polls on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Polling locations cannot open earlier than 7 a.m. and must be open by 9 a.m., local time. All polling locations must remain open until 7 p.m. and close no later than 9 p.m., local time. Polling place voting hours are available through the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Polling Place Search</a></span></span>. If you are in line when the polls close, you will be allowed to vote.<br><br>Sample ballots will be available on the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlPKID=7&ptlhPKID=50" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">My Voting Information portal.</a></span></span></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/5c/d7/90904dfd46e78d08ec33113b7437/400-vote-guide-north-dakota-2024.jpg" alt="North Dakota Ranks First In New Cases Per Capita" width="400" height="291" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px;"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">A voter places a ballot in a drop box in Fargo, N.D. </figcaption> <div class="Figure-credit">Dan Koeck/Bloomberg via Getty Images</div> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voter ID requirements on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>To vote,<b> </b>bring an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">acceptable form of photo ID</a></span></span><b> </b>that<b> </b>includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth. A state-issued driver’s license, nondriver’s ID card, tribal government-issued ID or <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Long%20Term%20Care%20Certificate_fillable.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Long Term Care Certificate </a></span></span>is acceptable.<br><br>If your ID does not include your residential address or date of birth, or your address is not current, you can supplement the ID with<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> another document</a></span></span>, such as a current utility bill, bank statement or a check.<br><br>If you are unable to show a valid form of ID but qualify to vote, you can mark a ballot on Election Day or during early voting that will be set aside. You must then show valid ID at your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span> by Monday, Nov. 18.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting with a disability</h2></span></span><p>Any voter can use the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://verifiedvoting.org/election-system/ess-expressvote/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ExpressVote ballot</a></span></span> marking device when voting in person. This device allows voters to use a touchscreen and includes accessibility features such as larger fonts, audio and contrast setting options, and the use of assistive devices like headphones or switches. Voters can also ask a trusted friend to help mark their ballot, or may request assistance from judges working at a polling location.<br><br>Voters with disabilities that may prevent them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county. The ballot is delivered through a secure electronic portal and allows voters to use screen readers and other tools to independently fill out an absentee ballot and return the ballot through the secure online portal.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting from a nursing home or long-term care facility</h2></span></span><p>Voters living in a nursing home or long-term care facility can vote in person or by using an absentee/mail ballot. You can use either the address of the facility where you live or your permanent or previous address when requesting an absentee ballot. You can vote in person at the polling place assigned either to the facility, if you have lived there for 30 days before the election, or to your permanent or previous address. You can receive a L<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Long%20Term%20Care%20Certificate_fillable.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ong Term Care Certificate</a></span></span> from your facility that can be used as your identification.<br><br><b><i>Editor’s note:</i></b><i> This guide was originally published on Dec. 27, 2023, and has been updated with new links to 2024 general election information. </i><br><br><i>Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the </i>Chicago Tribune<i> and the Waterbury, Connecticut, </i>Republican-American<i>. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, </i>The Boston Globe <i>and other publications. </i><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Also of Interest:</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/voting-tips-from-the-nd-secretary-of-state" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Voting tips from North Dakota's Secretary of State</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow AARP’s political coverage</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keep up with local events and AARP advocacy efforts</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/info-2024/state-voting-guides.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find voter guides for all 50 states</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://aarp.org/careforcaregivers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about AARP’s caregiving advocacy work </a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP North Dakota. 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$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-basic-box"> <div> <div class="module-spacer"> <header><h1 class="article-headline">How to Vote in North Dakota's 2024 Elections</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 10/18/24 by <b>Maura Kelly Lannan</b> </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/elecciones-guia-para-votar-dakota-del-norte?intcmp=AE-POL-TOSPA-TOGL-VOTA-ND-ES" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">En español</a></span></span><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Important dates and election information</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Absentee/mail ballots become available:</b> Thursday, Sept. 26</li><li><b>Early voting begins: </b>Monday, Oct. 21</li><li><b>Deadline to return an absentee/mail ballot: </b>Monday, Nov. 4</li><li><b>General election:</b> Tuesday, Nov. 5</li></ul><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/2a/0e/9ef9405040798087037804cde97a/election-2023-bul2024.jpg" alt="AARP election buttons final" width="900" height="900" style="height: auto; max-width: 230px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at a glance</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Voter registration: </b>North Dakota does not require voter registration.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Absentee voting: </b>Eligible voters in mail ballot counties will be mailed an absentee ballot application. In all other counties, voters must request an application from their <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor</a></span></span>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Early voting:</b> Not all counties offer early in-person voting. <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Check with your county</a></span></span> for dates and times, if available.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Voting at the polls: </b>Voting hours vary by county. Find your polling location at<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></span></span><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo</a></span></span>. Bring an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">acceptable form of photo ID</a></span></span><b> </b>that includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Learn more</b> about <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/nd-ready-to-vote-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">North Dakota candidates and measures</a></span></span>.</li></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Recent changes to voting in North Dakota</h2></span></span><p>A federal judge ruled that a new <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Legislative%20District%20map%202024.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">map</a></span></span> altering the boundaries of certain state House and Senate districts be used for the 2024 elections. However, a ruling over those district lines is being appealed. Check the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">state’s polling place search tool</a></span></span> to confirm your district and your voting location.<br><br>Voters with a disability that prevents them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to register to vote</h2></span></span><p>North Dakota does not require voter registration. To vote, you must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years old and a North Dakota resident who has lived in a North Dakota precinct for at least 30 days prior to Election Day. Any<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> eligible voter</a></span></span> may cast a ballot if they provide<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> acceptable identification</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Registering to vote on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>North Dakota does not require voter registration.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to request an absentee/mail ballot</h2></span></span><p>Any eligible voter in North Dakota may request an absentee ballot. You will need to submit a new application each year. There is no cutoff date for requesting an absentee ballot. You can apply: <br></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> Complete the<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/absentee/Default.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> absentee/mail ballot application online</a></span></span>, then print the form and mail it to your<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/CountyAuditors.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></span></span><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor</a></span></span>. While there is no cutoff date for requesting a ballot by mail, voters should account for mail delivery times. Counties need time to receive the application, process it and mail the ballot.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Visit your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor's office</a></span></span>. Mark and return your ballot while there, or take it home and return it by mail or in person. </li></ul><ul><li><b>By fax/email:</b> Fax your absentee ballot application or attach a scanned copy to an email and send it to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span>.</li></ul><p>Also, someone else can pick up your absentee/mail ballot for you if you submit an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.nd.gov/eforms/Doc/sfn53933.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Agent Authorization request form</a></span></span>, which also serves as your absentee ballot application. An agent can pick up ballots for up to four voters per election.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Returning an absentee/mail ballot</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> The return envelope must be postmarked with proper postage no later than 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4, the day before the election.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Deliver your ballot to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span> by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. </li></ul><ul><li><b>Drop box: </b>Put your ballot in a drop box by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. Find drop box locations at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vote.nd.gov</a></span></span> under the "County Drop Boxes" tab.</li></ul><p>Use the state’s<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/AbsenteeTracker.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> absentee/mail ballot tracker</a></span></span> to check the status of your ballot.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting in person before Election Day </h2></span></span><p>County commissions decide whether to offer early in-person voting, which can start no earlier than Monday, Oct. 21. Locations, dates and times are available <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at the polls on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Polling locations cannot open earlier than 7 a.m. and must be open by 9 a.m., local time. All polling locations must remain open until 7 p.m. and close no later than 9 p.m., local time. Polling place voting hours are available through the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Polling Place Search</a></span></span>. If you are in line when the polls close, you will be allowed to vote.<br><br>Sample ballots will be available on the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlPKID=7&ptlhPKID=50" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">My Voting Information portal.</a></span></span></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/5c/d7/90904dfd46e78d08ec33113b7437/400-vote-guide-north-dakota-2024.jpg" alt="North Dakota Ranks First In New Cases Per Capita" width="400" height="291" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px;"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">A voter places a ballot in a drop box in Fargo, N.D. </figcaption> <div class="Figure-credit">Dan Koeck/Bloomberg via Getty Images</div> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voter ID requirements on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>To vote,<b> </b>bring an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">acceptable form of photo ID</a></span></span><b> </b>that<b> </b>includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth. A state-issued driver’s license, nondriver’s ID card, tribal government-issued ID or <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Long%20Term%20Care%20Certificate_fillable.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Long Term Care Certificate </a></span></span>is acceptable.<br><br>If your ID does not include your residential address or date of birth, or your address is not current, you can supplement the ID with<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> another document</a></span></span>, such as a current utility bill, bank statement or a check.<br><br>If you are unable to show a valid form of ID but qualify to vote, you can mark a ballot on Election Day or during early voting that will be set aside. You must then show valid ID at your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span> by Monday, Nov. 18.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting with a disability</h2></span></span><p>Any voter can use the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://verifiedvoting.org/election-system/ess-expressvote/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ExpressVote ballot</a></span></span> marking device when voting in person. This device allows voters to use a touchscreen and includes accessibility features such as larger fonts, audio and contrast setting options, and the use of assistive devices like headphones or switches. Voters can also ask a trusted friend to help mark their ballot, or may request assistance from judges working at a polling location.<br><br>Voters with disabilities that may prevent them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county. The ballot is delivered through a secure electronic portal and allows voters to use screen readers and other tools to independently fill out an absentee ballot and return the ballot through the secure online portal.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting from a nursing home or long-term care facility</h2></span></span><p>Voters living in a nursing home or long-term care facility can vote in person or by using an absentee/mail ballot. You can use either the address of the facility where you live or your permanent or previous address when requesting an absentee ballot. You can vote in person at the polling place assigned either to the facility, if you have lived there for 30 days before the election, or to your permanent or previous address. You can receive a L<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Long%20Term%20Care%20Certificate_fillable.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ong Term Care Certificate</a></span></span> from your facility that can be used as your identification.<br><br><b><i>Editor’s note:</i></b><i> This guide was originally published on Dec. 27, 2023, and has been updated with new links to 2024 general election information. </i><br><br><i>Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the </i>Chicago Tribune<i> and the Waterbury, Connecticut, </i>Republican-American<i>. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, </i>The Boston Globe <i>and other publications. </i><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Also of Interest:</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/voting-tips-from-the-nd-secretary-of-state" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Voting tips from North Dakota's Secretary of State</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow AARP’s political coverage</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keep up with local events and AARP advocacy efforts</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/info-2024/state-voting-guides.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find voter guides for all 50 states</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://aarp.org/careforcaregivers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about AARP’s caregiving advocacy work </a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP North Dakota. 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max-width: 230px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at a glance</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Voter registration: </b>North Dakota does not require voter registration.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Absentee voting: </b>Eligible voters in mail ballot counties will be mailed an absentee ballot application. In all other counties, voters must request an application from their <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor</a></span></span>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Early voting:</b> Not all counties offer early in-person voting. <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Check with your county</a></span></span> for dates and times, if available.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Voting at the polls: </b>Voting hours vary by county. Find your polling location at<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></span></span><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo</a></span></span>. Bring an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">acceptable form of photo ID</a></span></span><b> </b>that includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Learn more</b> about <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/nd-ready-to-vote-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">North Dakota candidates and measures</a></span></span>.</li></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Recent changes to voting in North Dakota</h2></span></span><p>A federal judge ruled that a new <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Legislative%20District%20map%202024.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">map</a></span></span> altering the boundaries of certain state House and Senate districts be used for the 2024 elections. However, a ruling over those district lines is being appealed. Check the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">state’s polling place search tool</a></span></span> to confirm your district and your voting location.<br><br>Voters with a disability that prevents them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to register to vote</h2></span></span><p>North Dakota does not require voter registration. To vote, you must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years old and a North Dakota resident who has lived in a North Dakota precinct for at least 30 days prior to Election Day. Any<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> eligible voter</a></span></span> may cast a ballot if they provide<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> acceptable identification</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Registering to vote on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>North Dakota does not require voter registration.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to request an absentee/mail ballot</h2></span></span><p>Any eligible voter in North Dakota may request an absentee ballot. You will need to submit a new application each year. There is no cutoff date for requesting an absentee ballot. You can apply: <br></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> Complete the<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/absentee/Default.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> absentee/mail ballot application online</a></span></span>, then print the form and mail it to your<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/CountyAuditors.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></span></span><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor</a></span></span>. While there is no cutoff date for requesting a ballot by mail, voters should account for mail delivery times. Counties need time to receive the application, process it and mail the ballot.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Visit your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor's office</a></span></span>. Mark and return your ballot while there, or take it home and return it by mail or in person. </li></ul><ul><li><b>By fax/email:</b> Fax your absentee ballot application or attach a scanned copy to an email and send it to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span>.</li></ul><p>Also, someone else can pick up your absentee/mail ballot for you if you submit an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.nd.gov/eforms/Doc/sfn53933.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Agent Authorization request form</a></span></span>, which also serves as your absentee ballot application. An agent can pick up ballots for up to four voters per election.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Returning an absentee/mail ballot</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> The return envelope must be postmarked with proper postage no later than 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4, the day before the election.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Deliver your ballot to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span> by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. </li></ul><ul><li><b>Drop box: </b>Put your ballot in a drop box by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. Find drop box locations at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vote.nd.gov</a></span></span> under the "County Drop Boxes" tab.</li></ul><p>Use the state’s<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/AbsenteeTracker.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> absentee/mail ballot tracker</a></span></span> to check the status of your ballot.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting in person before Election Day </h2></span></span><p>County commissions decide whether to offer early in-person voting, which can start no earlier than Monday, Oct. 21. Locations, dates and times are available <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at the polls on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Polling locations cannot open earlier than 7 a.m. and must be open by 9 a.m., local time. All polling locations must remain open until 7 p.m. and close no later than 9 p.m., local time. Polling place voting hours are available through the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Polling Place Search</a></span></span>. If you are in line when the polls close, you will be allowed to vote.<br><br>Sample ballots will be available on the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlPKID=7&ptlhPKID=50" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">My Voting Information portal.</a></span></span></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/5c/d7/90904dfd46e78d08ec33113b7437/400-vote-guide-north-dakota-2024.jpg" alt="North Dakota Ranks First In New Cases Per Capita" width="400" height="291" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px;"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">A voter places a ballot in a drop box in Fargo, N.D. </figcaption> <div class="Figure-credit">Dan Koeck/Bloomberg via Getty Images</div> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voter ID requirements on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>To vote,<b> </b>bring an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">acceptable form of photo ID</a></span></span><b> </b>that<b> </b>includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth. A state-issued driver’s license, nondriver’s ID card, tribal government-issued ID or <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Long%20Term%20Care%20Certificate_fillable.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Long Term Care Certificate </a></span></span>is acceptable.<br><br>If your ID does not include your residential address or date of birth, or your address is not current, you can supplement the ID with<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> another document</a></span></span>, such as a current utility bill, bank statement or a check.<br><br>If you are unable to show a valid form of ID but qualify to vote, you can mark a ballot on Election Day or during early voting that will be set aside. You must then show valid ID at your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span> by Monday, Nov. 18.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting with a disability</h2></span></span><p>Any voter can use the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://verifiedvoting.org/election-system/ess-expressvote/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ExpressVote ballot</a></span></span> marking device when voting in person. This device allows voters to use a touchscreen and includes accessibility features such as larger fonts, audio and contrast setting options, and the use of assistive devices like headphones or switches. Voters can also ask a trusted friend to help mark their ballot, or may request assistance from judges working at a polling location.<br><br>Voters with disabilities that may prevent them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county. The ballot is delivered through a secure electronic portal and allows voters to use screen readers and other tools to independently fill out an absentee ballot and return the ballot through the secure online portal.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting from a nursing home or long-term care facility</h2></span></span><p>Voters living in a nursing home or long-term care facility can vote in person or by using an absentee/mail ballot. You can use either the address of the facility where you live or your permanent or previous address when requesting an absentee ballot. You can vote in person at the polling place assigned either to the facility, if you have lived there for 30 days before the election, or to your permanent or previous address. You can receive a L<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Long%20Term%20Care%20Certificate_fillable.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ong Term Care Certificate</a></span></span> from your facility that can be used as your identification.<br><br><b><i>Editor’s note:</i></b><i> This guide was originally published on Dec. 27, 2023, and has been updated with new links to 2024 general election information. </i><br><br><i>Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the </i>Chicago Tribune<i> and the Waterbury, Connecticut, </i>Republican-American<i>. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, </i>The Boston Globe <i>and other publications. </i><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Also of Interest:</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/voting-tips-from-the-nd-secretary-of-state" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Voting tips from North Dakota's Secretary of State</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow AARP’s political coverage</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keep up with local events and AARP advocacy efforts</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/info-2024/state-voting-guides.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find voter guides for all 50 states</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://aarp.org/careforcaregivers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about AARP’s caregiving advocacy work </a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP North Dakota. 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$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-basic-box"> <div> <div class="module-spacer"> <header><h1 class="article-headline">How to Vote in North Dakota's 2024 Elections</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 10/18/24 by <b>Maura Kelly Lannan</b> </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/elecciones-guia-para-votar-dakota-del-norte?intcmp=AE-POL-TOSPA-TOGL-VOTA-ND-ES" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">En español</a></span></span><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Important dates and election information</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Absentee/mail ballots become available:</b> Thursday, Sept. 26</li><li><b>Early voting begins: </b>Monday, Oct. 21</li><li><b>Deadline to return an absentee/mail ballot: </b>Monday, Nov. 4</li><li><b>General election:</b> Tuesday, Nov. 5</li></ul><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/2a/0e/9ef9405040798087037804cde97a/election-2023-bul2024.jpg" alt="AARP election buttons final" width="900" height="900" style="height: auto; max-width: 230px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at a glance</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Voter registration: </b>North Dakota does not require voter registration.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Absentee voting: </b>Eligible voters in mail ballot counties will be mailed an absentee ballot application. In all other counties, voters must request an application from their <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor</a></span></span>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Early voting:</b> Not all counties offer early in-person voting. <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Check with your county</a></span></span> for dates and times, if available.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Voting at the polls: </b>Voting hours vary by county. Find your polling location at<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></span></span><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo</a></span></span>. Bring an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">acceptable form of photo ID</a></span></span><b> </b>that includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Learn more</b> about <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/nd-ready-to-vote-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">North Dakota candidates and measures</a></span></span>.</li></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Recent changes to voting in North Dakota</h2></span></span><p>A federal judge ruled that a new <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Legislative%20District%20map%202024.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">map</a></span></span> altering the boundaries of certain state House and Senate districts be used for the 2024 elections. However, a ruling over those district lines is being appealed. Check the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">state’s polling place search tool</a></span></span> to confirm your district and your voting location.<br><br>Voters with a disability that prevents them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to register to vote</h2></span></span><p>North Dakota does not require voter registration. To vote, you must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years old and a North Dakota resident who has lived in a North Dakota precinct for at least 30 days prior to Election Day. Any<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> eligible voter</a></span></span> may cast a ballot if they provide<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> acceptable identification</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Registering to vote on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>North Dakota does not require voter registration.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to request an absentee/mail ballot</h2></span></span><p>Any eligible voter in North Dakota may request an absentee ballot. You will need to submit a new application each year. There is no cutoff date for requesting an absentee ballot. You can apply: <br></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> Complete the<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/absentee/Default.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> absentee/mail ballot application online</a></span></span>, then print the form and mail it to your<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/CountyAuditors.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></span></span><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor</a></span></span>. While there is no cutoff date for requesting a ballot by mail, voters should account for mail delivery times. Counties need time to receive the application, process it and mail the ballot.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Visit your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor's office</a></span></span>. Mark and return your ballot while there, or take it home and return it by mail or in person. </li></ul><ul><li><b>By fax/email:</b> Fax your absentee ballot application or attach a scanned copy to an email and send it to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span>.</li></ul><p>Also, someone else can pick up your absentee/mail ballot for you if you submit an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.nd.gov/eforms/Doc/sfn53933.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Agent Authorization request form</a></span></span>, which also serves as your absentee ballot application. An agent can pick up ballots for up to four voters per election.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Returning an absentee/mail ballot</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> The return envelope must be postmarked with proper postage no later than 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4, the day before the election.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Deliver your ballot to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span> by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. </li></ul><ul><li><b>Drop box: </b>Put your ballot in a drop box by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. Find drop box locations at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vote.nd.gov</a></span></span> under the "County Drop Boxes" tab.</li></ul><p>Use the state’s<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/AbsenteeTracker.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> absentee/mail ballot tracker</a></span></span> to check the status of your ballot.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting in person before Election Day </h2></span></span><p>County commissions decide whether to offer early in-person voting, which can start no earlier than Monday, Oct. 21. Locations, dates and times are available <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at the polls on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Polling locations cannot open earlier than 7 a.m. and must be open by 9 a.m., local time. All polling locations must remain open until 7 p.m. and close no later than 9 p.m., local time. Polling place voting hours are available through the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Polling Place Search</a></span></span>. If you are in line when the polls close, you will be allowed to vote.<br><br>Sample ballots will be available on the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlPKID=7&ptlhPKID=50" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">My Voting Information portal.</a></span></span></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/5c/d7/90904dfd46e78d08ec33113b7437/400-vote-guide-north-dakota-2024.jpg" alt="North Dakota Ranks First In New Cases Per Capita" width="400" height="291" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px;"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">A voter places a ballot in a drop box in Fargo, N.D. </figcaption> <div class="Figure-credit">Dan Koeck/Bloomberg via Getty Images</div> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voter ID requirements on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>To vote,<b> </b>bring an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">acceptable form of photo ID</a></span></span><b> </b>that<b> </b>includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth. A state-issued driver’s license, nondriver’s ID card, tribal government-issued ID or <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Long%20Term%20Care%20Certificate_fillable.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Long Term Care Certificate </a></span></span>is acceptable.<br><br>If your ID does not include your residential address or date of birth, or your address is not current, you can supplement the ID with<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> another document</a></span></span>, such as a current utility bill, bank statement or a check.<br><br>If you are unable to show a valid form of ID but qualify to vote, you can mark a ballot on Election Day or during early voting that will be set aside. You must then show valid ID at your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span> by Monday, Nov. 18.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting with a disability</h2></span></span><p>Any voter can use the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://verifiedvoting.org/election-system/ess-expressvote/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ExpressVote ballot</a></span></span> marking device when voting in person. This device allows voters to use a touchscreen and includes accessibility features such as larger fonts, audio and contrast setting options, and the use of assistive devices like headphones or switches. Voters can also ask a trusted friend to help mark their ballot, or may request assistance from judges working at a polling location.<br><br>Voters with disabilities that may prevent them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county. The ballot is delivered through a secure electronic portal and allows voters to use screen readers and other tools to independently fill out an absentee ballot and return the ballot through the secure online portal.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting from a nursing home or long-term care facility</h2></span></span><p>Voters living in a nursing home or long-term care facility can vote in person or by using an absentee/mail ballot. You can use either the address of the facility where you live or your permanent or previous address when requesting an absentee ballot. You can vote in person at the polling place assigned either to the facility, if you have lived there for 30 days before the election, or to your permanent or previous address. You can receive a L<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Long%20Term%20Care%20Certificate_fillable.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ong Term Care Certificate</a></span></span> from your facility that can be used as your identification.<br><br><b><i>Editor’s note:</i></b><i> This guide was originally published on Dec. 27, 2023, and has been updated with new links to 2024 general election information. </i><br><br><i>Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the </i>Chicago Tribune<i> and the Waterbury, Connecticut, </i>Republican-American<i>. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, </i>The Boston Globe <i>and other publications. </i><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Also of Interest:</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/voting-tips-from-the-nd-secretary-of-state" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Voting tips from North Dakota's Secretary of State</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow AARP’s political coverage</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keep up with local events and AARP advocacy efforts</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/info-2024/state-voting-guides.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find voter guides for all 50 states</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://aarp.org/careforcaregivers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about AARP’s caregiving advocacy work </a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP North Dakota. 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max-width: 230px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at a glance</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Voter registration: </b>North Dakota does not require voter registration.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Absentee voting: </b>Eligible voters in mail ballot counties will be mailed an absentee ballot application. In all other counties, voters must request an application from their <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor</a></span></span>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Early voting:</b> Not all counties offer early in-person voting. <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Check with your county</a></span></span> for dates and times, if available.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Voting at the polls: </b>Voting hours vary by county. Find your polling location at<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></span></span><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo</a></span></span>. Bring an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">acceptable form of photo ID</a></span></span><b> </b>that includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Learn more</b> about <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/nd-ready-to-vote-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">North Dakota candidates and measures</a></span></span>.</li></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Recent changes to voting in North Dakota</h2></span></span><p>A federal judge ruled that a new <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Legislative%20District%20map%202024.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">map</a></span></span> altering the boundaries of certain state House and Senate districts be used for the 2024 elections. However, a ruling over those district lines is being appealed. Check the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">state’s polling place search tool</a></span></span> to confirm your district and your voting location.<br><br>Voters with a disability that prevents them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to register to vote</h2></span></span><p>North Dakota does not require voter registration. To vote, you must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years old and a North Dakota resident who has lived in a North Dakota precinct for at least 30 days prior to Election Day. Any<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> eligible voter</a></span></span> may cast a ballot if they provide<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> acceptable identification</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Registering to vote on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>North Dakota does not require voter registration.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to request an absentee/mail ballot</h2></span></span><p>Any eligible voter in North Dakota may request an absentee ballot. You will need to submit a new application each year. There is no cutoff date for requesting an absentee ballot. You can apply: <br></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> Complete the<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/absentee/Default.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> absentee/mail ballot application online</a></span></span>, then print the form and mail it to your<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/CountyAuditors.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></span></span><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor</a></span></span>. While there is no cutoff date for requesting a ballot by mail, voters should account for mail delivery times. Counties need time to receive the application, process it and mail the ballot.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Visit your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor's office</a></span></span>. Mark and return your ballot while there, or take it home and return it by mail or in person. </li></ul><ul><li><b>By fax/email:</b> Fax your absentee ballot application or attach a scanned copy to an email and send it to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span>.</li></ul><p>Also, someone else can pick up your absentee/mail ballot for you if you submit an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.nd.gov/eforms/Doc/sfn53933.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Agent Authorization request form</a></span></span>, which also serves as your absentee ballot application. An agent can pick up ballots for up to four voters per election.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Returning an absentee/mail ballot</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> The return envelope must be postmarked with proper postage no later than 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4, the day before the election.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Deliver your ballot to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span> by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. </li></ul><ul><li><b>Drop box: </b>Put your ballot in a drop box by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. Find drop box locations at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vote.nd.gov</a></span></span> under the "County Drop Boxes" tab.</li></ul><p>Use the state’s<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/AbsenteeTracker.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> absentee/mail ballot tracker</a></span></span> to check the status of your ballot.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting in person before Election Day </h2></span></span><p>County commissions decide whether to offer early in-person voting, which can start no earlier than Monday, Oct. 21. Locations, dates and times are available <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at the polls on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Polling locations cannot open earlier than 7 a.m. and must be open by 9 a.m., local time. All polling locations must remain open until 7 p.m. and close no later than 9 p.m., local time. Polling place voting hours are available through the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Polling Place Search</a></span></span>. If you are in line when the polls close, you will be allowed to vote.<br><br>Sample ballots will be available on the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlPKID=7&ptlhPKID=50" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">My Voting Information portal.</a></span></span></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/5c/d7/90904dfd46e78d08ec33113b7437/400-vote-guide-north-dakota-2024.jpg" alt="North Dakota Ranks First In New Cases Per Capita" width="400" height="291" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px;"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">A voter places a ballot in a drop box in Fargo, N.D. </figcaption> <div class="Figure-credit">Dan Koeck/Bloomberg via Getty Images</div> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voter ID requirements on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>To vote,<b> </b>bring an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">acceptable form of photo ID</a></span></span><b> </b>that<b> </b>includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth. A state-issued driver’s license, nondriver’s ID card, tribal government-issued ID or <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Long%20Term%20Care%20Certificate_fillable.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Long Term Care Certificate </a></span></span>is acceptable.<br><br>If your ID does not include your residential address or date of birth, or your address is not current, you can supplement the ID with<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> another document</a></span></span>, such as a current utility bill, bank statement or a check.<br><br>If you are unable to show a valid form of ID but qualify to vote, you can mark a ballot on Election Day or during early voting that will be set aside. You must then show valid ID at your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span> by Monday, Nov. 18.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting with a disability</h2></span></span><p>Any voter can use the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://verifiedvoting.org/election-system/ess-expressvote/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ExpressVote ballot</a></span></span> marking device when voting in person. This device allows voters to use a touchscreen and includes accessibility features such as larger fonts, audio and contrast setting options, and the use of assistive devices like headphones or switches. Voters can also ask a trusted friend to help mark their ballot, or may request assistance from judges working at a polling location.<br><br>Voters with disabilities that may prevent them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county. The ballot is delivered through a secure electronic portal and allows voters to use screen readers and other tools to independently fill out an absentee ballot and return the ballot through the secure online portal.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting from a nursing home or long-term care facility</h2></span></span><p>Voters living in a nursing home or long-term care facility can vote in person or by using an absentee/mail ballot. You can use either the address of the facility where you live or your permanent or previous address when requesting an absentee ballot. You can vote in person at the polling place assigned either to the facility, if you have lived there for 30 days before the election, or to your permanent or previous address. You can receive a L<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Long%20Term%20Care%20Certificate_fillable.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ong Term Care Certificate</a></span></span> from your facility that can be used as your identification.<br><br><b><i>Editor’s note:</i></b><i> This guide was originally published on Dec. 27, 2023, and has been updated with new links to 2024 general election information. </i><br><br><i>Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the </i>Chicago Tribune<i> and the Waterbury, Connecticut, </i>Republican-American<i>. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, </i>The Boston Globe <i>and other publications. </i><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Also of Interest:</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/voting-tips-from-the-nd-secretary-of-state" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Voting tips from North Dakota's Secretary of State</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow AARP’s political coverage</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keep up with local events and AARP advocacy efforts</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/info-2024/state-voting-guides.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find voter guides for all 50 states</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://aarp.org/careforcaregivers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about AARP’s caregiving advocacy work </a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP North Dakota. 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$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-basic-box"> <div> <div class="module-spacer"> <header><h1 class="article-headline">How to Vote in North Dakota's 2024 Elections</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 10/18/24 by <b>Maura Kelly Lannan</b> </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/elecciones-guia-para-votar-dakota-del-norte?intcmp=AE-POL-TOSPA-TOGL-VOTA-ND-ES" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">En español</a></span></span><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Important dates and election information</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Absentee/mail ballots become available:</b> Thursday, Sept. 26</li><li><b>Early voting begins: </b>Monday, Oct. 21</li><li><b>Deadline to return an absentee/mail ballot: </b>Monday, Nov. 4</li><li><b>General election:</b> Tuesday, Nov. 5</li></ul><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/2a/0e/9ef9405040798087037804cde97a/election-2023-bul2024.jpg" alt="AARP election buttons final" width="900" height="900" style="height: auto; max-width: 230px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at a glance</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Voter registration: </b>North Dakota does not require voter registration.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Absentee voting: </b>Eligible voters in mail ballot counties will be mailed an absentee ballot application. In all other counties, voters must request an application from their <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor</a></span></span>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Early voting:</b> Not all counties offer early in-person voting. <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Check with your county</a></span></span> for dates and times, if available.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Voting at the polls: </b>Voting hours vary by county. Find your polling location at<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></span></span><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo</a></span></span>. Bring an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">acceptable form of photo ID</a></span></span><b> </b>that includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Learn more</b> about <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/nd-ready-to-vote-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">North Dakota candidates and measures</a></span></span>.</li></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Recent changes to voting in North Dakota</h2></span></span><p>A federal judge ruled that a new <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Legislative%20District%20map%202024.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">map</a></span></span> altering the boundaries of certain state House and Senate districts be used for the 2024 elections. However, a ruling over those district lines is being appealed. Check the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">state’s polling place search tool</a></span></span> to confirm your district and your voting location.<br><br>Voters with a disability that prevents them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to register to vote</h2></span></span><p>North Dakota does not require voter registration. To vote, you must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years old and a North Dakota resident who has lived in a North Dakota precinct for at least 30 days prior to Election Day. Any<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> eligible voter</a></span></span> may cast a ballot if they provide<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> acceptable identification</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Registering to vote on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>North Dakota does not require voter registration.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to request an absentee/mail ballot</h2></span></span><p>Any eligible voter in North Dakota may request an absentee ballot. You will need to submit a new application each year. There is no cutoff date for requesting an absentee ballot. You can apply: <br></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> Complete the<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/absentee/Default.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> absentee/mail ballot application online</a></span></span>, then print the form and mail it to your<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/CountyAuditors.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></span></span><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor</a></span></span>. While there is no cutoff date for requesting a ballot by mail, voters should account for mail delivery times. Counties need time to receive the application, process it and mail the ballot.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Visit your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor's office</a></span></span>. Mark and return your ballot while there, or take it home and return it by mail or in person. </li></ul><ul><li><b>By fax/email:</b> Fax your absentee ballot application or attach a scanned copy to an email and send it to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span>.</li></ul><p>Also, someone else can pick up your absentee/mail ballot for you if you submit an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.nd.gov/eforms/Doc/sfn53933.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Agent Authorization request form</a></span></span>, which also serves as your absentee ballot application. An agent can pick up ballots for up to four voters per election.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Returning an absentee/mail ballot</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> The return envelope must be postmarked with proper postage no later than 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4, the day before the election.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Deliver your ballot to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span> by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. </li></ul><ul><li><b>Drop box: </b>Put your ballot in a drop box by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. Find drop box locations at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vote.nd.gov</a></span></span> under the "County Drop Boxes" tab.</li></ul><p>Use the state’s<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/AbsenteeTracker.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> absentee/mail ballot tracker</a></span></span> to check the status of your ballot.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting in person before Election Day </h2></span></span><p>County commissions decide whether to offer early in-person voting, which can start no earlier than Monday, Oct. 21. Locations, dates and times are available <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at the polls on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Polling locations cannot open earlier than 7 a.m. and must be open by 9 a.m., local time. All polling locations must remain open until 7 p.m. and close no later than 9 p.m., local time. Polling place voting hours are available through the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Polling Place Search</a></span></span>. If you are in line when the polls close, you will be allowed to vote.<br><br>Sample ballots will be available on the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlPKID=7&ptlhPKID=50" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">My Voting Information portal.</a></span></span></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/5c/d7/90904dfd46e78d08ec33113b7437/400-vote-guide-north-dakota-2024.jpg" alt="North Dakota Ranks First In New Cases Per Capita" width="400" height="291" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px;"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">A voter places a ballot in a drop box in Fargo, N.D. </figcaption> <div class="Figure-credit">Dan Koeck/Bloomberg via Getty Images</div> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voter ID requirements on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>To vote,<b> </b>bring an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">acceptable form of photo ID</a></span></span><b> </b>that<b> </b>includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth. A state-issued driver’s license, nondriver’s ID card, tribal government-issued ID or <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Long%20Term%20Care%20Certificate_fillable.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Long Term Care Certificate </a></span></span>is acceptable.<br><br>If your ID does not include your residential address or date of birth, or your address is not current, you can supplement the ID with<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> another document</a></span></span>, such as a current utility bill, bank statement or a check.<br><br>If you are unable to show a valid form of ID but qualify to vote, you can mark a ballot on Election Day or during early voting that will be set aside. You must then show valid ID at your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span> by Monday, Nov. 18.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting with a disability</h2></span></span><p>Any voter can use the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://verifiedvoting.org/election-system/ess-expressvote/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ExpressVote ballot</a></span></span> marking device when voting in person. This device allows voters to use a touchscreen and includes accessibility features such as larger fonts, audio and contrast setting options, and the use of assistive devices like headphones or switches. Voters can also ask a trusted friend to help mark their ballot, or may request assistance from judges working at a polling location.<br><br>Voters with disabilities that may prevent them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county. The ballot is delivered through a secure electronic portal and allows voters to use screen readers and other tools to independently fill out an absentee ballot and return the ballot through the secure online portal.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting from a nursing home or long-term care facility</h2></span></span><p>Voters living in a nursing home or long-term care facility can vote in person or by using an absentee/mail ballot. You can use either the address of the facility where you live or your permanent or previous address when requesting an absentee ballot. You can vote in person at the polling place assigned either to the facility, if you have lived there for 30 days before the election, or to your permanent or previous address. You can receive a L<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Long%20Term%20Care%20Certificate_fillable.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ong Term Care Certificate</a></span></span> from your facility that can be used as your identification.<br><br><b><i>Editor’s note:</i></b><i> This guide was originally published on Dec. 27, 2023, and has been updated with new links to 2024 general election information. </i><br><br><i>Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the </i>Chicago Tribune<i> and the Waterbury, Connecticut, </i>Republican-American<i>. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, </i>The Boston Globe <i>and other publications. </i><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Also of Interest:</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/voting-tips-from-the-nd-secretary-of-state" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Voting tips from North Dakota's Secretary of State</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow AARP’s political coverage</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keep up with local events and AARP advocacy efforts</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/info-2024/state-voting-guides.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find voter guides for all 50 states</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://aarp.org/careforcaregivers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about AARP’s caregiving advocacy work </a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP North Dakota. 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max-width: 230px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at a glance</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Voter registration: </b>North Dakota does not require voter registration.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Absentee voting: </b>Eligible voters in mail ballot counties will be mailed an absentee ballot application. In all other counties, voters must request an application from their <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor</a></span></span>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Early voting:</b> Not all counties offer early in-person voting. <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Check with your county</a></span></span> for dates and times, if available.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Voting at the polls: </b>Voting hours vary by county. Find your polling location at<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></span></span><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo</a></span></span>. Bring an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">acceptable form of photo ID</a></span></span><b> </b>that includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Learn more</b> about <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/nd-ready-to-vote-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">North Dakota candidates and measures</a></span></span>.</li></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Recent changes to voting in North Dakota</h2></span></span><p>A federal judge ruled that a new <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Legislative%20District%20map%202024.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">map</a></span></span> altering the boundaries of certain state House and Senate districts be used for the 2024 elections. However, a ruling over those district lines is being appealed. Check the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">state’s polling place search tool</a></span></span> to confirm your district and your voting location.<br><br>Voters with a disability that prevents them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to register to vote</h2></span></span><p>North Dakota does not require voter registration. To vote, you must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years old and a North Dakota resident who has lived in a North Dakota precinct for at least 30 days prior to Election Day. Any<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> eligible voter</a></span></span> may cast a ballot if they provide<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> acceptable identification</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Registering to vote on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>North Dakota does not require voter registration.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to request an absentee/mail ballot</h2></span></span><p>Any eligible voter in North Dakota may request an absentee ballot. You will need to submit a new application each year. There is no cutoff date for requesting an absentee ballot. You can apply: <br></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> Complete the<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/absentee/Default.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> absentee/mail ballot application online</a></span></span>, then print the form and mail it to your<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/CountyAuditors.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></span></span><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor</a></span></span>. While there is no cutoff date for requesting a ballot by mail, voters should account for mail delivery times. Counties need time to receive the application, process it and mail the ballot.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Visit your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor's office</a></span></span>. Mark and return your ballot while there, or take it home and return it by mail or in person. </li></ul><ul><li><b>By fax/email:</b> Fax your absentee ballot application or attach a scanned copy to an email and send it to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span>.</li></ul><p>Also, someone else can pick up your absentee/mail ballot for you if you submit an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.nd.gov/eforms/Doc/sfn53933.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Agent Authorization request form</a></span></span>, which also serves as your absentee ballot application. An agent can pick up ballots for up to four voters per election.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Returning an absentee/mail ballot</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> The return envelope must be postmarked with proper postage no later than 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4, the day before the election.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Deliver your ballot to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span> by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. </li></ul><ul><li><b>Drop box: </b>Put your ballot in a drop box by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. Find drop box locations at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vote.nd.gov</a></span></span> under the "County Drop Boxes" tab.</li></ul><p>Use the state’s<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/AbsenteeTracker.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> absentee/mail ballot tracker</a></span></span> to check the status of your ballot.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting in person before Election Day </h2></span></span><p>County commissions decide whether to offer early in-person voting, which can start no earlier than Monday, Oct. 21. Locations, dates and times are available <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at the polls on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Polling locations cannot open earlier than 7 a.m. and must be open by 9 a.m., local time. All polling locations must remain open until 7 p.m. and close no later than 9 p.m., local time. Polling place voting hours are available through the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Polling Place Search</a></span></span>. If you are in line when the polls close, you will be allowed to vote.<br><br>Sample ballots will be available on the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlPKID=7&ptlhPKID=50" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">My Voting Information portal.</a></span></span></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/5c/d7/90904dfd46e78d08ec33113b7437/400-vote-guide-north-dakota-2024.jpg" alt="North Dakota Ranks First In New Cases Per Capita" width="400" height="291" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px;"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">A voter places a ballot in a drop box in Fargo, N.D. </figcaption> <div class="Figure-credit">Dan Koeck/Bloomberg via Getty Images</div> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voter ID requirements on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>To vote,<b> </b>bring an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">acceptable form of photo ID</a></span></span><b> </b>that<b> </b>includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth. A state-issued driver’s license, nondriver’s ID card, tribal government-issued ID or <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Long%20Term%20Care%20Certificate_fillable.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Long Term Care Certificate </a></span></span>is acceptable.<br><br>If your ID does not include your residential address or date of birth, or your address is not current, you can supplement the ID with<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> another document</a></span></span>, such as a current utility bill, bank statement or a check.<br><br>If you are unable to show a valid form of ID but qualify to vote, you can mark a ballot on Election Day or during early voting that will be set aside. You must then show valid ID at your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span> by Monday, Nov. 18.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting with a disability</h2></span></span><p>Any voter can use the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://verifiedvoting.org/election-system/ess-expressvote/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ExpressVote ballot</a></span></span> marking device when voting in person. This device allows voters to use a touchscreen and includes accessibility features such as larger fonts, audio and contrast setting options, and the use of assistive devices like headphones or switches. Voters can also ask a trusted friend to help mark their ballot, or may request assistance from judges working at a polling location.<br><br>Voters with disabilities that may prevent them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county. The ballot is delivered through a secure electronic portal and allows voters to use screen readers and other tools to independently fill out an absentee ballot and return the ballot through the secure online portal.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting from a nursing home or long-term care facility</h2></span></span><p>Voters living in a nursing home or long-term care facility can vote in person or by using an absentee/mail ballot. You can use either the address of the facility where you live or your permanent or previous address when requesting an absentee ballot. You can vote in person at the polling place assigned either to the facility, if you have lived there for 30 days before the election, or to your permanent or previous address. You can receive a L<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Long%20Term%20Care%20Certificate_fillable.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ong Term Care Certificate</a></span></span> from your facility that can be used as your identification.<br><br><b><i>Editor’s note:</i></b><i> This guide was originally published on Dec. 27, 2023, and has been updated with new links to 2024 general election information. </i><br><br><i>Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the </i>Chicago Tribune<i> and the Waterbury, Connecticut, </i>Republican-American<i>. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, </i>The Boston Globe <i>and other publications. </i><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Also of Interest:</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/voting-tips-from-the-nd-secretary-of-state" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Voting tips from North Dakota's Secretary of State</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow AARP’s political coverage</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keep up with local events and AARP advocacy efforts</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/info-2024/state-voting-guides.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find voter guides for all 50 states</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://aarp.org/careforcaregivers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about AARP’s caregiving advocacy work </a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP North Dakota. 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A federal judge ruled that a new map altering the boundaries of certain state House and Senate districts be used for the 2024 elections. However, a ruling over those district lines is being appealed. Check the state’s polling place search tool to confirm your district and your voting location.
Voters with a disability that prevents them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county.
North Dakota does not require voter registration. To vote, you must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years old and a North Dakota resident who has lived in a North Dakota precinct for at least 30 days prior to Election Day. Any eligible voter may cast a ballot if they provide acceptable identification.
North Dakota does not require voter registration.
Any eligible voter in North Dakota may request an absentee ballot. You will need to submit a new application each year. There is no cutoff date for requesting an absentee ballot. You can apply:
Also, someone else can pick up your absentee/mail ballot for you if you submit an Agent Authorization request form, which also serves as your absentee ballot application. An agent can pick up ballots for up to four voters per election.
Use the state’s absentee/mail ballot tracker to check the status of your ballot.
County commissions decide whether to offer early in-person voting, which can start no earlier than Monday, Oct. 21. Locations, dates and times are available here.
Polling locations cannot open earlier than 7 a.m. and must be open by 9 a.m., local time. All polling locations must remain open until 7 p.m. and close no later than 9 p.m., local time. Polling place voting hours are available through the Polling Place Search. If you are in line when the polls close, you will be allowed to vote.
Sample ballots will be available on the My Voting Information portal.
To vote, bring an acceptable form of photo ID that includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth. A state-issued driver’s license, nondriver’s ID card, tribal government-issued ID or Long Term Care Certificate is acceptable.
If your ID does not include your residential address or date of birth, or your address is not current, you can supplement the ID with another document, such as a current utility bill, bank statement or a check.
If you are unable to show a valid form of ID but qualify to vote, you can mark a ballot on Election Day or during early voting that will be set aside. You must then show valid ID at your county auditor’s office by Monday, Nov. 18.
Any voter can use the ExpressVote ballot marking device when voting in person. This device allows voters to use a touchscreen and includes accessibility features such as larger fonts, audio and contrast setting options, and the use of assistive devices like headphones or switches. Voters can also ask a trusted friend to help mark their ballot, or may request assistance from judges working at a polling location.
Voters with disabilities that may prevent them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county. The ballot is delivered through a secure electronic portal and allows voters to use screen readers and other tools to independently fill out an absentee ballot and return the ballot through the secure online portal.
Voters living in a nursing home or long-term care facility can vote in person or by using an absentee/mail ballot. You can use either the address of the facility where you live or your permanent or previous address when requesting an absentee ballot. You can vote in person at the polling place assigned either to the facility, if you have lived there for 30 days before the election, or to your permanent or previous address. You can receive a Long Term Care Certificate from your facility that can be used as your identification.
Editor’s note: This guide was originally published on Dec. 27, 2023, and has been updated with new links to 2024 general election information.
Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the Chicago Tribune and the Waterbury, Connecticut, Republican-American. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, The Boston Globe and other publications.
This story is provided by AARP North Dakota. Visit the AARP North Dakota page for more news, events, and programs affecting retirement, health care, and more.
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$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-basic-box"> <div> <div class="module-spacer"> <header><h1 class="article-headline">How to Vote in North Dakota's 2024 Elections</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 10/18/24 by <b>Maura Kelly Lannan</b> </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/elecciones-guia-para-votar-dakota-del-norte?intcmp=AE-POL-TOSPA-TOGL-VOTA-ND-ES" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">En español</a></span></span><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Important dates and election information</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Absentee/mail ballots become available:</b> Thursday, Sept. 26</li><li><b>Early voting begins: </b>Monday, Oct. 21</li><li><b>Deadline to return an absentee/mail ballot: </b>Monday, Nov. 4</li><li><b>General election:</b> Tuesday, Nov. 5</li></ul><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/2a/0e/9ef9405040798087037804cde97a/election-2023-bul2024.jpg" alt="AARP election buttons final" width="900" height="900" style="height: auto; max-width: 230px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at a glance</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Voter registration: </b>North Dakota does not require voter registration.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Absentee voting: </b>Eligible voters in mail ballot counties will be mailed an absentee ballot application. In all other counties, voters must request an application from their <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor</a></span></span>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Early voting:</b> Not all counties offer early in-person voting. <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Check with your county</a></span></span> for dates and times, if available.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Voting at the polls: </b>Voting hours vary by county. Find your polling location at<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></span></span><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo</a></span></span>. Bring an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">acceptable form of photo ID</a></span></span><b> </b>that includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Learn more</b> about <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/nd-ready-to-vote-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">North Dakota candidates and measures</a></span></span>.</li></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Recent changes to voting in North Dakota</h2></span></span><p>A federal judge ruled that a new <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Legislative%20District%20map%202024.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">map</a></span></span> altering the boundaries of certain state House and Senate districts be used for the 2024 elections. However, a ruling over those district lines is being appealed. Check the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">state’s polling place search tool</a></span></span> to confirm your district and your voting location.<br><br>Voters with a disability that prevents them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to register to vote</h2></span></span><p>North Dakota does not require voter registration. To vote, you must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years old and a North Dakota resident who has lived in a North Dakota precinct for at least 30 days prior to Election Day. Any<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> eligible voter</a></span></span> may cast a ballot if they provide<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> acceptable identification</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Registering to vote on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>North Dakota does not require voter registration.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to request an absentee/mail ballot</h2></span></span><p>Any eligible voter in North Dakota may request an absentee ballot. You will need to submit a new application each year. There is no cutoff date for requesting an absentee ballot. You can apply: <br></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> Complete the<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/absentee/Default.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> absentee/mail ballot application online</a></span></span>, then print the form and mail it to your<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/CountyAuditors.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></span></span><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor</a></span></span>. While there is no cutoff date for requesting a ballot by mail, voters should account for mail delivery times. Counties need time to receive the application, process it and mail the ballot.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Visit your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor's office</a></span></span>. Mark and return your ballot while there, or take it home and return it by mail or in person. </li></ul><ul><li><b>By fax/email:</b> Fax your absentee ballot application or attach a scanned copy to an email and send it to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span>.</li></ul><p>Also, someone else can pick up your absentee/mail ballot for you if you submit an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.nd.gov/eforms/Doc/sfn53933.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Agent Authorization request form</a></span></span>, which also serves as your absentee ballot application. An agent can pick up ballots for up to four voters per election.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Returning an absentee/mail ballot</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> The return envelope must be postmarked with proper postage no later than 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4, the day before the election.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Deliver your ballot to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span> by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. </li></ul><ul><li><b>Drop box: </b>Put your ballot in a drop box by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. Find drop box locations at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vote.nd.gov</a></span></span> under the "County Drop Boxes" tab.</li></ul><p>Use the state’s<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/AbsenteeTracker.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> absentee/mail ballot tracker</a></span></span> to check the status of your ballot.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting in person before Election Day </h2></span></span><p>County commissions decide whether to offer early in-person voting, which can start no earlier than Monday, Oct. 21. Locations, dates and times are available <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at the polls on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Polling locations cannot open earlier than 7 a.m. and must be open by 9 a.m., local time. All polling locations must remain open until 7 p.m. and close no later than 9 p.m., local time. Polling place voting hours are available through the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Polling Place Search</a></span></span>. If you are in line when the polls close, you will be allowed to vote.<br><br>Sample ballots will be available on the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlPKID=7&ptlhPKID=50" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">My Voting Information portal.</a></span></span></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/5c/d7/90904dfd46e78d08ec33113b7437/400-vote-guide-north-dakota-2024.jpg" alt="North Dakota Ranks First In New Cases Per Capita" width="400" height="291" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px;"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">A voter places a ballot in a drop box in Fargo, N.D. </figcaption> <div class="Figure-credit">Dan Koeck/Bloomberg via Getty Images</div> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voter ID requirements on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>To vote,<b> </b>bring an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">acceptable form of photo ID</a></span></span><b> </b>that<b> </b>includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth. A state-issued driver’s license, nondriver’s ID card, tribal government-issued ID or <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Long%20Term%20Care%20Certificate_fillable.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Long Term Care Certificate </a></span></span>is acceptable.<br><br>If your ID does not include your residential address or date of birth, or your address is not current, you can supplement the ID with<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> another document</a></span></span>, such as a current utility bill, bank statement or a check.<br><br>If you are unable to show a valid form of ID but qualify to vote, you can mark a ballot on Election Day or during early voting that will be set aside. You must then show valid ID at your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span> by Monday, Nov. 18.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting with a disability</h2></span></span><p>Any voter can use the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://verifiedvoting.org/election-system/ess-expressvote/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ExpressVote ballot</a></span></span> marking device when voting in person. This device allows voters to use a touchscreen and includes accessibility features such as larger fonts, audio and contrast setting options, and the use of assistive devices like headphones or switches. Voters can also ask a trusted friend to help mark their ballot, or may request assistance from judges working at a polling location.<br><br>Voters with disabilities that may prevent them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county. The ballot is delivered through a secure electronic portal and allows voters to use screen readers and other tools to independently fill out an absentee ballot and return the ballot through the secure online portal.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting from a nursing home or long-term care facility</h2></span></span><p>Voters living in a nursing home or long-term care facility can vote in person or by using an absentee/mail ballot. You can use either the address of the facility where you live or your permanent or previous address when requesting an absentee ballot. You can vote in person at the polling place assigned either to the facility, if you have lived there for 30 days before the election, or to your permanent or previous address. You can receive a L<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Long%20Term%20Care%20Certificate_fillable.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ong Term Care Certificate</a></span></span> from your facility that can be used as your identification.<br><br><b><i>Editor’s note:</i></b><i> This guide was originally published on Dec. 27, 2023, and has been updated with new links to 2024 general election information. </i><br><br><i>Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the </i>Chicago Tribune<i> and the Waterbury, Connecticut, </i>Republican-American<i>. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, </i>The Boston Globe <i>and other publications. </i><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Also of Interest:</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/voting-tips-from-the-nd-secretary-of-state" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Voting tips from North Dakota's Secretary of State</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow AARP’s political coverage</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keep up with local events and AARP advocacy efforts</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/info-2024/state-voting-guides.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find voter guides for all 50 states</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://aarp.org/careforcaregivers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about AARP’s caregiving advocacy work </a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP North Dakota. 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max-width: 230px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at a glance</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Voter registration: </b>North Dakota does not require voter registration.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Absentee voting: </b>Eligible voters in mail ballot counties will be mailed an absentee ballot application. In all other counties, voters must request an application from their <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor</a></span></span>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Early voting:</b> Not all counties offer early in-person voting. <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Check with your county</a></span></span> for dates and times, if available.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Voting at the polls: </b>Voting hours vary by county. Find your polling location at<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></span></span><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo</a></span></span>. Bring an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">acceptable form of photo ID</a></span></span><b> </b>that includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Learn more</b> about <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/nd-ready-to-vote-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">North Dakota candidates and measures</a></span></span>.</li></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Recent changes to voting in North Dakota</h2></span></span><p>A federal judge ruled that a new <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Legislative%20District%20map%202024.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">map</a></span></span> altering the boundaries of certain state House and Senate districts be used for the 2024 elections. However, a ruling over those district lines is being appealed. Check the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">state’s polling place search tool</a></span></span> to confirm your district and your voting location.<br><br>Voters with a disability that prevents them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to register to vote</h2></span></span><p>North Dakota does not require voter registration. To vote, you must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years old and a North Dakota resident who has lived in a North Dakota precinct for at least 30 days prior to Election Day. Any<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> eligible voter</a></span></span> may cast a ballot if they provide<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> acceptable identification</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Registering to vote on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>North Dakota does not require voter registration.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to request an absentee/mail ballot</h2></span></span><p>Any eligible voter in North Dakota may request an absentee ballot. You will need to submit a new application each year. There is no cutoff date for requesting an absentee ballot. You can apply: <br></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> Complete the<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/absentee/Default.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> absentee/mail ballot application online</a></span></span>, then print the form and mail it to your<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/CountyAuditors.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></span></span><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor</a></span></span>. While there is no cutoff date for requesting a ballot by mail, voters should account for mail delivery times. Counties need time to receive the application, process it and mail the ballot.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Visit your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor's office</a></span></span>. Mark and return your ballot while there, or take it home and return it by mail or in person. </li></ul><ul><li><b>By fax/email:</b> Fax your absentee ballot application or attach a scanned copy to an email and send it to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span>.</li></ul><p>Also, someone else can pick up your absentee/mail ballot for you if you submit an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.nd.gov/eforms/Doc/sfn53933.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Agent Authorization request form</a></span></span>, which also serves as your absentee ballot application. An agent can pick up ballots for up to four voters per election.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Returning an absentee/mail ballot</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> The return envelope must be postmarked with proper postage no later than 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4, the day before the election.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Deliver your ballot to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span> by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. </li></ul><ul><li><b>Drop box: </b>Put your ballot in a drop box by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. Find drop box locations at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vote.nd.gov</a></span></span> under the "County Drop Boxes" tab.</li></ul><p>Use the state’s<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/AbsenteeTracker.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> absentee/mail ballot tracker</a></span></span> to check the status of your ballot.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting in person before Election Day </h2></span></span><p>County commissions decide whether to offer early in-person voting, which can start no earlier than Monday, Oct. 21. Locations, dates and times are available <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at the polls on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Polling locations cannot open earlier than 7 a.m. and must be open by 9 a.m., local time. All polling locations must remain open until 7 p.m. and close no later than 9 p.m., local time. Polling place voting hours are available through the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Polling Place Search</a></span></span>. If you are in line when the polls close, you will be allowed to vote.<br><br>Sample ballots will be available on the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlPKID=7&ptlhPKID=50" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">My Voting Information portal.</a></span></span></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/5c/d7/90904dfd46e78d08ec33113b7437/400-vote-guide-north-dakota-2024.jpg" alt="North Dakota Ranks First In New Cases Per Capita" width="400" height="291" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px;"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">A voter places a ballot in a drop box in Fargo, N.D. </figcaption> <div class="Figure-credit">Dan Koeck/Bloomberg via Getty Images</div> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voter ID requirements on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>To vote,<b> </b>bring an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">acceptable form of photo ID</a></span></span><b> </b>that<b> </b>includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth. A state-issued driver’s license, nondriver’s ID card, tribal government-issued ID or <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Long%20Term%20Care%20Certificate_fillable.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Long Term Care Certificate </a></span></span>is acceptable.<br><br>If your ID does not include your residential address or date of birth, or your address is not current, you can supplement the ID with<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> another document</a></span></span>, such as a current utility bill, bank statement or a check.<br><br>If you are unable to show a valid form of ID but qualify to vote, you can mark a ballot on Election Day or during early voting that will be set aside. You must then show valid ID at your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span> by Monday, Nov. 18.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting with a disability</h2></span></span><p>Any voter can use the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://verifiedvoting.org/election-system/ess-expressvote/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ExpressVote ballot</a></span></span> marking device when voting in person. This device allows voters to use a touchscreen and includes accessibility features such as larger fonts, audio and contrast setting options, and the use of assistive devices like headphones or switches. Voters can also ask a trusted friend to help mark their ballot, or may request assistance from judges working at a polling location.<br><br>Voters with disabilities that may prevent them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county. The ballot is delivered through a secure electronic portal and allows voters to use screen readers and other tools to independently fill out an absentee ballot and return the ballot through the secure online portal.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting from a nursing home or long-term care facility</h2></span></span><p>Voters living in a nursing home or long-term care facility can vote in person or by using an absentee/mail ballot. You can use either the address of the facility where you live or your permanent or previous address when requesting an absentee ballot. You can vote in person at the polling place assigned either to the facility, if you have lived there for 30 days before the election, or to your permanent or previous address. You can receive a L<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Long%20Term%20Care%20Certificate_fillable.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ong Term Care Certificate</a></span></span> from your facility that can be used as your identification.<br><br><b><i>Editor’s note:</i></b><i> This guide was originally published on Dec. 27, 2023, and has been updated with new links to 2024 general election information. </i><br><br><i>Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the </i>Chicago Tribune<i> and the Waterbury, Connecticut, </i>Republican-American<i>. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, </i>The Boston Globe <i>and other publications. </i><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Also of Interest:</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/voting-tips-from-the-nd-secretary-of-state" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Voting tips from North Dakota's Secretary of State</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow AARP’s political coverage</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keep up with local events and AARP advocacy efforts</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/info-2024/state-voting-guides.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find voter guides for all 50 states</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://aarp.org/careforcaregivers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about AARP’s caregiving advocacy work </a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP North Dakota. 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$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-basic-box"> <div> <div class="module-spacer"> <header><h1 class="article-headline">How to Vote in North Dakota's 2024 Elections</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 10/18/24 by <b>Maura Kelly Lannan</b> </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/elecciones-guia-para-votar-dakota-del-norte?intcmp=AE-POL-TOSPA-TOGL-VOTA-ND-ES" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">En español</a></span></span><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Important dates and election information</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Absentee/mail ballots become available:</b> Thursday, Sept. 26</li><li><b>Early voting begins: </b>Monday, Oct. 21</li><li><b>Deadline to return an absentee/mail ballot: </b>Monday, Nov. 4</li><li><b>General election:</b> Tuesday, Nov. 5</li></ul><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/2a/0e/9ef9405040798087037804cde97a/election-2023-bul2024.jpg" alt="AARP election buttons final" width="900" height="900" style="height: auto; max-width: 230px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at a glance</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Voter registration: </b>North Dakota does not require voter registration.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Absentee voting: </b>Eligible voters in mail ballot counties will be mailed an absentee ballot application. In all other counties, voters must request an application from their <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor</a></span></span>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Early voting:</b> Not all counties offer early in-person voting. <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Check with your county</a></span></span> for dates and times, if available.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Voting at the polls: </b>Voting hours vary by county. Find your polling location at<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></span></span><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo</a></span></span>. Bring an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">acceptable form of photo ID</a></span></span><b> </b>that includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Learn more</b> about <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/nd-ready-to-vote-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">North Dakota candidates and measures</a></span></span>.</li></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Recent changes to voting in North Dakota</h2></span></span><p>A federal judge ruled that a new <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Legislative%20District%20map%202024.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">map</a></span></span> altering the boundaries of certain state House and Senate districts be used for the 2024 elections. However, a ruling over those district lines is being appealed. Check the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">state’s polling place search tool</a></span></span> to confirm your district and your voting location.<br><br>Voters with a disability that prevents them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to register to vote</h2></span></span><p>North Dakota does not require voter registration. To vote, you must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years old and a North Dakota resident who has lived in a North Dakota precinct for at least 30 days prior to Election Day. Any<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> eligible voter</a></span></span> may cast a ballot if they provide<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> acceptable identification</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Registering to vote on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>North Dakota does not require voter registration.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to request an absentee/mail ballot</h2></span></span><p>Any eligible voter in North Dakota may request an absentee ballot. You will need to submit a new application each year. There is no cutoff date for requesting an absentee ballot. You can apply: <br></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> Complete the<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/absentee/Default.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> absentee/mail ballot application online</a></span></span>, then print the form and mail it to your<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/CountyAuditors.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></span></span><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor</a></span></span>. While there is no cutoff date for requesting a ballot by mail, voters should account for mail delivery times. Counties need time to receive the application, process it and mail the ballot.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Visit your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor's office</a></span></span>. Mark and return your ballot while there, or take it home and return it by mail or in person. </li></ul><ul><li><b>By fax/email:</b> Fax your absentee ballot application or attach a scanned copy to an email and send it to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span>.</li></ul><p>Also, someone else can pick up your absentee/mail ballot for you if you submit an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.nd.gov/eforms/Doc/sfn53933.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Agent Authorization request form</a></span></span>, which also serves as your absentee ballot application. An agent can pick up ballots for up to four voters per election.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Returning an absentee/mail ballot</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> The return envelope must be postmarked with proper postage no later than 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4, the day before the election.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Deliver your ballot to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span> by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. </li></ul><ul><li><b>Drop box: </b>Put your ballot in a drop box by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. Find drop box locations at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vote.nd.gov</a></span></span> under the "County Drop Boxes" tab.</li></ul><p>Use the state’s<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/AbsenteeTracker.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> absentee/mail ballot tracker</a></span></span> to check the status of your ballot.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting in person before Election Day </h2></span></span><p>County commissions decide whether to offer early in-person voting, which can start no earlier than Monday, Oct. 21. Locations, dates and times are available <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at the polls on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Polling locations cannot open earlier than 7 a.m. and must be open by 9 a.m., local time. All polling locations must remain open until 7 p.m. and close no later than 9 p.m., local time. Polling place voting hours are available through the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Polling Place Search</a></span></span>. If you are in line when the polls close, you will be allowed to vote.<br><br>Sample ballots will be available on the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlPKID=7&ptlhPKID=50" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">My Voting Information portal.</a></span></span></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/5c/d7/90904dfd46e78d08ec33113b7437/400-vote-guide-north-dakota-2024.jpg" alt="North Dakota Ranks First In New Cases Per Capita" width="400" height="291" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px;"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">A voter places a ballot in a drop box in Fargo, N.D. </figcaption> <div class="Figure-credit">Dan Koeck/Bloomberg via Getty Images</div> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voter ID requirements on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>To vote,<b> </b>bring an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">acceptable form of photo ID</a></span></span><b> </b>that<b> </b>includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth. A state-issued driver’s license, nondriver’s ID card, tribal government-issued ID or <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Long%20Term%20Care%20Certificate_fillable.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Long Term Care Certificate </a></span></span>is acceptable.<br><br>If your ID does not include your residential address or date of birth, or your address is not current, you can supplement the ID with<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> another document</a></span></span>, such as a current utility bill, bank statement or a check.<br><br>If you are unable to show a valid form of ID but qualify to vote, you can mark a ballot on Election Day or during early voting that will be set aside. You must then show valid ID at your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span> by Monday, Nov. 18.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting with a disability</h2></span></span><p>Any voter can use the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://verifiedvoting.org/election-system/ess-expressvote/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ExpressVote ballot</a></span></span> marking device when voting in person. This device allows voters to use a touchscreen and includes accessibility features such as larger fonts, audio and contrast setting options, and the use of assistive devices like headphones or switches. Voters can also ask a trusted friend to help mark their ballot, or may request assistance from judges working at a polling location.<br><br>Voters with disabilities that may prevent them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county. The ballot is delivered through a secure electronic portal and allows voters to use screen readers and other tools to independently fill out an absentee ballot and return the ballot through the secure online portal.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting from a nursing home or long-term care facility</h2></span></span><p>Voters living in a nursing home or long-term care facility can vote in person or by using an absentee/mail ballot. You can use either the address of the facility where you live or your permanent or previous address when requesting an absentee ballot. You can vote in person at the polling place assigned either to the facility, if you have lived there for 30 days before the election, or to your permanent or previous address. You can receive a L<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Long%20Term%20Care%20Certificate_fillable.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ong Term Care Certificate</a></span></span> from your facility that can be used as your identification.<br><br><b><i>Editor’s note:</i></b><i> This guide was originally published on Dec. 27, 2023, and has been updated with new links to 2024 general election information. </i><br><br><i>Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the </i>Chicago Tribune<i> and the Waterbury, Connecticut, </i>Republican-American<i>. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, </i>The Boston Globe <i>and other publications. </i><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Also of Interest:</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/voting-tips-from-the-nd-secretary-of-state" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Voting tips from North Dakota's Secretary of State</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow AARP’s political coverage</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keep up with local events and AARP advocacy efforts</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/info-2024/state-voting-guides.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find voter guides for all 50 states</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://aarp.org/careforcaregivers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about AARP’s caregiving advocacy work </a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP North Dakota. 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max-width: 230px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at a glance</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Voter registration: </b>North Dakota does not require voter registration.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Absentee voting: </b>Eligible voters in mail ballot counties will be mailed an absentee ballot application. In all other counties, voters must request an application from their <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor</a></span></span>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Early voting:</b> Not all counties offer early in-person voting. <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Check with your county</a></span></span> for dates and times, if available.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Voting at the polls: </b>Voting hours vary by county. Find your polling location at<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></span></span><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo</a></span></span>. Bring an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">acceptable form of photo ID</a></span></span><b> </b>that includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Learn more</b> about <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/nd-ready-to-vote-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">North Dakota candidates and measures</a></span></span>.</li></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Recent changes to voting in North Dakota</h2></span></span><p>A federal judge ruled that a new <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Legislative%20District%20map%202024.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">map</a></span></span> altering the boundaries of certain state House and Senate districts be used for the 2024 elections. However, a ruling over those district lines is being appealed. Check the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">state’s polling place search tool</a></span></span> to confirm your district and your voting location.<br><br>Voters with a disability that prevents them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to register to vote</h2></span></span><p>North Dakota does not require voter registration. To vote, you must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years old and a North Dakota resident who has lived in a North Dakota precinct for at least 30 days prior to Election Day. Any<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> eligible voter</a></span></span> may cast a ballot if they provide<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> acceptable identification</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Registering to vote on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>North Dakota does not require voter registration.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to request an absentee/mail ballot</h2></span></span><p>Any eligible voter in North Dakota may request an absentee ballot. You will need to submit a new application each year. There is no cutoff date for requesting an absentee ballot. You can apply: <br></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> Complete the<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/absentee/Default.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> absentee/mail ballot application online</a></span></span>, then print the form and mail it to your<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/CountyAuditors.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></span></span><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor</a></span></span>. While there is no cutoff date for requesting a ballot by mail, voters should account for mail delivery times. Counties need time to receive the application, process it and mail the ballot.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Visit your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor's office</a></span></span>. Mark and return your ballot while there, or take it home and return it by mail or in person. </li></ul><ul><li><b>By fax/email:</b> Fax your absentee ballot application or attach a scanned copy to an email and send it to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span>.</li></ul><p>Also, someone else can pick up your absentee/mail ballot for you if you submit an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.nd.gov/eforms/Doc/sfn53933.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Agent Authorization request form</a></span></span>, which also serves as your absentee ballot application. An agent can pick up ballots for up to four voters per election.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Returning an absentee/mail ballot</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> The return envelope must be postmarked with proper postage no later than 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4, the day before the election.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Deliver your ballot to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span> by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. </li></ul><ul><li><b>Drop box: </b>Put your ballot in a drop box by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. Find drop box locations at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vote.nd.gov</a></span></span> under the "County Drop Boxes" tab.</li></ul><p>Use the state’s<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/AbsenteeTracker.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> absentee/mail ballot tracker</a></span></span> to check the status of your ballot.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting in person before Election Day </h2></span></span><p>County commissions decide whether to offer early in-person voting, which can start no earlier than Monday, Oct. 21. Locations, dates and times are available <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at the polls on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Polling locations cannot open earlier than 7 a.m. and must be open by 9 a.m., local time. All polling locations must remain open until 7 p.m. and close no later than 9 p.m., local time. Polling place voting hours are available through the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Polling Place Search</a></span></span>. If you are in line when the polls close, you will be allowed to vote.<br><br>Sample ballots will be available on the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlPKID=7&ptlhPKID=50" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">My Voting Information portal.</a></span></span></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/5c/d7/90904dfd46e78d08ec33113b7437/400-vote-guide-north-dakota-2024.jpg" alt="North Dakota Ranks First In New Cases Per Capita" width="400" height="291" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px;"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">A voter places a ballot in a drop box in Fargo, N.D. </figcaption> <div class="Figure-credit">Dan Koeck/Bloomberg via Getty Images</div> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voter ID requirements on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>To vote,<b> </b>bring an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">acceptable form of photo ID</a></span></span><b> </b>that<b> </b>includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth. A state-issued driver’s license, nondriver’s ID card, tribal government-issued ID or <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Long%20Term%20Care%20Certificate_fillable.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Long Term Care Certificate </a></span></span>is acceptable.<br><br>If your ID does not include your residential address or date of birth, or your address is not current, you can supplement the ID with<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> another document</a></span></span>, such as a current utility bill, bank statement or a check.<br><br>If you are unable to show a valid form of ID but qualify to vote, you can mark a ballot on Election Day or during early voting that will be set aside. You must then show valid ID at your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span> by Monday, Nov. 18.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting with a disability</h2></span></span><p>Any voter can use the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://verifiedvoting.org/election-system/ess-expressvote/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ExpressVote ballot</a></span></span> marking device when voting in person. This device allows voters to use a touchscreen and includes accessibility features such as larger fonts, audio and contrast setting options, and the use of assistive devices like headphones or switches. Voters can also ask a trusted friend to help mark their ballot, or may request assistance from judges working at a polling location.<br><br>Voters with disabilities that may prevent them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county. The ballot is delivered through a secure electronic portal and allows voters to use screen readers and other tools to independently fill out an absentee ballot and return the ballot through the secure online portal.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting from a nursing home or long-term care facility</h2></span></span><p>Voters living in a nursing home or long-term care facility can vote in person or by using an absentee/mail ballot. You can use either the address of the facility where you live or your permanent or previous address when requesting an absentee ballot. You can vote in person at the polling place assigned either to the facility, if you have lived there for 30 days before the election, or to your permanent or previous address. You can receive a L<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Long%20Term%20Care%20Certificate_fillable.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ong Term Care Certificate</a></span></span> from your facility that can be used as your identification.<br><br><b><i>Editor’s note:</i></b><i> This guide was originally published on Dec. 27, 2023, and has been updated with new links to 2024 general election information. </i><br><br><i>Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the </i>Chicago Tribune<i> and the Waterbury, Connecticut, </i>Republican-American<i>. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, </i>The Boston Globe <i>and other publications. </i><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Also of Interest:</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/voting-tips-from-the-nd-secretary-of-state" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Voting tips from North Dakota's Secretary of State</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow AARP’s political coverage</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keep up with local events and AARP advocacy efforts</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/info-2024/state-voting-guides.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find voter guides for all 50 states</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://aarp.org/careforcaregivers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about AARP’s caregiving advocacy work </a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP North Dakota. 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$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-basic-box"> <div> <div class="module-spacer"> <header><h1 class="article-headline">How to Vote in North Dakota's 2024 Elections</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 10/18/24 by <b>Maura Kelly Lannan</b> </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/elecciones-guia-para-votar-dakota-del-norte?intcmp=AE-POL-TOSPA-TOGL-VOTA-ND-ES" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">En español</a></span></span><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Important dates and election information</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Absentee/mail ballots become available:</b> Thursday, Sept. 26</li><li><b>Early voting begins: </b>Monday, Oct. 21</li><li><b>Deadline to return an absentee/mail ballot: </b>Monday, Nov. 4</li><li><b>General election:</b> Tuesday, Nov. 5</li></ul><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/2a/0e/9ef9405040798087037804cde97a/election-2023-bul2024.jpg" alt="AARP election buttons final" width="900" height="900" style="height: auto; max-width: 230px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at a glance</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Voter registration: </b>North Dakota does not require voter registration.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Absentee voting: </b>Eligible voters in mail ballot counties will be mailed an absentee ballot application. In all other counties, voters must request an application from their <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor</a></span></span>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Early voting:</b> Not all counties offer early in-person voting. <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Check with your county</a></span></span> for dates and times, if available.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Voting at the polls: </b>Voting hours vary by county. Find your polling location at<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></span></span><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo</a></span></span>. Bring an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">acceptable form of photo ID</a></span></span><b> </b>that includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Learn more</b> about <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/nd-ready-to-vote-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">North Dakota candidates and measures</a></span></span>.</li></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Recent changes to voting in North Dakota</h2></span></span><p>A federal judge ruled that a new <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Legislative%20District%20map%202024.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">map</a></span></span> altering the boundaries of certain state House and Senate districts be used for the 2024 elections. However, a ruling over those district lines is being appealed. Check the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">state’s polling place search tool</a></span></span> to confirm your district and your voting location.<br><br>Voters with a disability that prevents them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to register to vote</h2></span></span><p>North Dakota does not require voter registration. To vote, you must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years old and a North Dakota resident who has lived in a North Dakota precinct for at least 30 days prior to Election Day. Any<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> eligible voter</a></span></span> may cast a ballot if they provide<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> acceptable identification</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Registering to vote on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>North Dakota does not require voter registration.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to request an absentee/mail ballot</h2></span></span><p>Any eligible voter in North Dakota may request an absentee ballot. You will need to submit a new application each year. There is no cutoff date for requesting an absentee ballot. You can apply: <br></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> Complete the<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/absentee/Default.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> absentee/mail ballot application online</a></span></span>, then print the form and mail it to your<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/CountyAuditors.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></span></span><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor</a></span></span>. While there is no cutoff date for requesting a ballot by mail, voters should account for mail delivery times. Counties need time to receive the application, process it and mail the ballot.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Visit your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor's office</a></span></span>. Mark and return your ballot while there, or take it home and return it by mail or in person. </li></ul><ul><li><b>By fax/email:</b> Fax your absentee ballot application or attach a scanned copy to an email and send it to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span>.</li></ul><p>Also, someone else can pick up your absentee/mail ballot for you if you submit an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.nd.gov/eforms/Doc/sfn53933.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Agent Authorization request form</a></span></span>, which also serves as your absentee ballot application. An agent can pick up ballots for up to four voters per election.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Returning an absentee/mail ballot</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> The return envelope must be postmarked with proper postage no later than 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4, the day before the election.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Deliver your ballot to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span> by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. </li></ul><ul><li><b>Drop box: </b>Put your ballot in a drop box by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. Find drop box locations at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vote.nd.gov</a></span></span> under the "County Drop Boxes" tab.</li></ul><p>Use the state’s<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/AbsenteeTracker.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> absentee/mail ballot tracker</a></span></span> to check the status of your ballot.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting in person before Election Day </h2></span></span><p>County commissions decide whether to offer early in-person voting, which can start no earlier than Monday, Oct. 21. Locations, dates and times are available <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at the polls on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Polling locations cannot open earlier than 7 a.m. and must be open by 9 a.m., local time. All polling locations must remain open until 7 p.m. and close no later than 9 p.m., local time. Polling place voting hours are available through the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Polling Place Search</a></span></span>. If you are in line when the polls close, you will be allowed to vote.<br><br>Sample ballots will be available on the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlPKID=7&ptlhPKID=50" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">My Voting Information portal.</a></span></span></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/5c/d7/90904dfd46e78d08ec33113b7437/400-vote-guide-north-dakota-2024.jpg" alt="North Dakota Ranks First In New Cases Per Capita" width="400" height="291" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px;"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">A voter places a ballot in a drop box in Fargo, N.D. </figcaption> <div class="Figure-credit">Dan Koeck/Bloomberg via Getty Images</div> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voter ID requirements on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>To vote,<b> </b>bring an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">acceptable form of photo ID</a></span></span><b> </b>that<b> </b>includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth. A state-issued driver’s license, nondriver’s ID card, tribal government-issued ID or <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Long%20Term%20Care%20Certificate_fillable.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Long Term Care Certificate </a></span></span>is acceptable.<br><br>If your ID does not include your residential address or date of birth, or your address is not current, you can supplement the ID with<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> another document</a></span></span>, such as a current utility bill, bank statement or a check.<br><br>If you are unable to show a valid form of ID but qualify to vote, you can mark a ballot on Election Day or during early voting that will be set aside. You must then show valid ID at your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span> by Monday, Nov. 18.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting with a disability</h2></span></span><p>Any voter can use the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://verifiedvoting.org/election-system/ess-expressvote/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ExpressVote ballot</a></span></span> marking device when voting in person. This device allows voters to use a touchscreen and includes accessibility features such as larger fonts, audio and contrast setting options, and the use of assistive devices like headphones or switches. Voters can also ask a trusted friend to help mark their ballot, or may request assistance from judges working at a polling location.<br><br>Voters with disabilities that may prevent them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county. The ballot is delivered through a secure electronic portal and allows voters to use screen readers and other tools to independently fill out an absentee ballot and return the ballot through the secure online portal.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting from a nursing home or long-term care facility</h2></span></span><p>Voters living in a nursing home or long-term care facility can vote in person or by using an absentee/mail ballot. You can use either the address of the facility where you live or your permanent or previous address when requesting an absentee ballot. You can vote in person at the polling place assigned either to the facility, if you have lived there for 30 days before the election, or to your permanent or previous address. You can receive a L<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Long%20Term%20Care%20Certificate_fillable.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ong Term Care Certificate</a></span></span> from your facility that can be used as your identification.<br><br><b><i>Editor’s note:</i></b><i> This guide was originally published on Dec. 27, 2023, and has been updated with new links to 2024 general election information. </i><br><br><i>Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the </i>Chicago Tribune<i> and the Waterbury, Connecticut, </i>Republican-American<i>. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, </i>The Boston Globe <i>and other publications. </i><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Also of Interest:</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/voting-tips-from-the-nd-secretary-of-state" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Voting tips from North Dakota's Secretary of State</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow AARP’s political coverage</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keep up with local events and AARP advocacy efforts</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/info-2024/state-voting-guides.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find voter guides for all 50 states</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://aarp.org/careforcaregivers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about AARP’s caregiving advocacy work </a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP North Dakota. 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max-width: 230px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at a glance</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Voter registration: </b>North Dakota does not require voter registration.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Absentee voting: </b>Eligible voters in mail ballot counties will be mailed an absentee ballot application. In all other counties, voters must request an application from their <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor</a></span></span>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Early voting:</b> Not all counties offer early in-person voting. <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Check with your county</a></span></span> for dates and times, if available.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Voting at the polls: </b>Voting hours vary by county. Find your polling location at<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></span></span><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo</a></span></span>. Bring an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">acceptable form of photo ID</a></span></span><b> </b>that includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Learn more</b> about <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/nd-ready-to-vote-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">North Dakota candidates and measures</a></span></span>.</li></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Recent changes to voting in North Dakota</h2></span></span><p>A federal judge ruled that a new <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Legislative%20District%20map%202024.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">map</a></span></span> altering the boundaries of certain state House and Senate districts be used for the 2024 elections. However, a ruling over those district lines is being appealed. Check the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">state’s polling place search tool</a></span></span> to confirm your district and your voting location.<br><br>Voters with a disability that prevents them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to register to vote</h2></span></span><p>North Dakota does not require voter registration. To vote, you must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years old and a North Dakota resident who has lived in a North Dakota precinct for at least 30 days prior to Election Day. Any<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> eligible voter</a></span></span> may cast a ballot if they provide<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> acceptable identification</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Registering to vote on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>North Dakota does not require voter registration.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to request an absentee/mail ballot</h2></span></span><p>Any eligible voter in North Dakota may request an absentee ballot. You will need to submit a new application each year. There is no cutoff date for requesting an absentee ballot. You can apply: <br></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> Complete the<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/absentee/Default.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> absentee/mail ballot application online</a></span></span>, then print the form and mail it to your<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/CountyAuditors.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></span></span><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor</a></span></span>. While there is no cutoff date for requesting a ballot by mail, voters should account for mail delivery times. Counties need time to receive the application, process it and mail the ballot.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Visit your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor's office</a></span></span>. Mark and return your ballot while there, or take it home and return it by mail or in person. </li></ul><ul><li><b>By fax/email:</b> Fax your absentee ballot application or attach a scanned copy to an email and send it to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span>.</li></ul><p>Also, someone else can pick up your absentee/mail ballot for you if you submit an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.nd.gov/eforms/Doc/sfn53933.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Agent Authorization request form</a></span></span>, which also serves as your absentee ballot application. An agent can pick up ballots for up to four voters per election.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Returning an absentee/mail ballot</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> The return envelope must be postmarked with proper postage no later than 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4, the day before the election.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Deliver your ballot to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span> by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. </li></ul><ul><li><b>Drop box: </b>Put your ballot in a drop box by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. Find drop box locations at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vote.nd.gov</a></span></span> under the "County Drop Boxes" tab.</li></ul><p>Use the state’s<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/AbsenteeTracker.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> absentee/mail ballot tracker</a></span></span> to check the status of your ballot.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting in person before Election Day </h2></span></span><p>County commissions decide whether to offer early in-person voting, which can start no earlier than Monday, Oct. 21. Locations, dates and times are available <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at the polls on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Polling locations cannot open earlier than 7 a.m. and must be open by 9 a.m., local time. All polling locations must remain open until 7 p.m. and close no later than 9 p.m., local time. Polling place voting hours are available through the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Polling Place Search</a></span></span>. If you are in line when the polls close, you will be allowed to vote.<br><br>Sample ballots will be available on the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlPKID=7&ptlhPKID=50" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">My Voting Information portal.</a></span></span></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/5c/d7/90904dfd46e78d08ec33113b7437/400-vote-guide-north-dakota-2024.jpg" alt="North Dakota Ranks First In New Cases Per Capita" width="400" height="291" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px;"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">A voter places a ballot in a drop box in Fargo, N.D. </figcaption> <div class="Figure-credit">Dan Koeck/Bloomberg via Getty Images</div> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voter ID requirements on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>To vote,<b> </b>bring an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">acceptable form of photo ID</a></span></span><b> </b>that<b> </b>includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth. A state-issued driver’s license, nondriver’s ID card, tribal government-issued ID or <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Long%20Term%20Care%20Certificate_fillable.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Long Term Care Certificate </a></span></span>is acceptable.<br><br>If your ID does not include your residential address or date of birth, or your address is not current, you can supplement the ID with<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> another document</a></span></span>, such as a current utility bill, bank statement or a check.<br><br>If you are unable to show a valid form of ID but qualify to vote, you can mark a ballot on Election Day or during early voting that will be set aside. You must then show valid ID at your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span> by Monday, Nov. 18.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting with a disability</h2></span></span><p>Any voter can use the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://verifiedvoting.org/election-system/ess-expressvote/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ExpressVote ballot</a></span></span> marking device when voting in person. This device allows voters to use a touchscreen and includes accessibility features such as larger fonts, audio and contrast setting options, and the use of assistive devices like headphones or switches. Voters can also ask a trusted friend to help mark their ballot, or may request assistance from judges working at a polling location.<br><br>Voters with disabilities that may prevent them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county. The ballot is delivered through a secure electronic portal and allows voters to use screen readers and other tools to independently fill out an absentee ballot and return the ballot through the secure online portal.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting from a nursing home or long-term care facility</h2></span></span><p>Voters living in a nursing home or long-term care facility can vote in person or by using an absentee/mail ballot. You can use either the address of the facility where you live or your permanent or previous address when requesting an absentee ballot. You can vote in person at the polling place assigned either to the facility, if you have lived there for 30 days before the election, or to your permanent or previous address. You can receive a L<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Long%20Term%20Care%20Certificate_fillable.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ong Term Care Certificate</a></span></span> from your facility that can be used as your identification.<br><br><b><i>Editor’s note:</i></b><i> This guide was originally published on Dec. 27, 2023, and has been updated with new links to 2024 general election information. </i><br><br><i>Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the </i>Chicago Tribune<i> and the Waterbury, Connecticut, </i>Republican-American<i>. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, </i>The Boston Globe <i>and other publications. </i><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Also of Interest:</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/voting-tips-from-the-nd-secretary-of-state" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Voting tips from North Dakota's Secretary of State</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow AARP’s political coverage</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keep up with local events and AARP advocacy efforts</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/info-2024/state-voting-guides.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find voter guides for all 50 states</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://aarp.org/careforcaregivers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about AARP’s caregiving advocacy work </a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP North Dakota. 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$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-basic-box"> <div> <div class="module-spacer"> <header><h1 class="article-headline">How to Vote in North Dakota's 2024 Elections</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 10/18/24 by <b>Maura Kelly Lannan</b> </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/elecciones-guia-para-votar-dakota-del-norte?intcmp=AE-POL-TOSPA-TOGL-VOTA-ND-ES" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">En español</a></span></span><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Important dates and election information</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Absentee/mail ballots become available:</b> Thursday, Sept. 26</li><li><b>Early voting begins: </b>Monday, Oct. 21</li><li><b>Deadline to return an absentee/mail ballot: </b>Monday, Nov. 4</li><li><b>General election:</b> Tuesday, Nov. 5</li></ul><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/2a/0e/9ef9405040798087037804cde97a/election-2023-bul2024.jpg" alt="AARP election buttons final" width="900" height="900" style="height: auto; max-width: 230px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at a glance</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Voter registration: </b>North Dakota does not require voter registration.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Absentee voting: </b>Eligible voters in mail ballot counties will be mailed an absentee ballot application. In all other counties, voters must request an application from their <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor</a></span></span>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Early voting:</b> Not all counties offer early in-person voting. <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Check with your county</a></span></span> for dates and times, if available.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Voting at the polls: </b>Voting hours vary by county. Find your polling location at<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></span></span><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo</a></span></span>. Bring an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">acceptable form of photo ID</a></span></span><b> </b>that includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Learn more</b> about <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/nd-ready-to-vote-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">North Dakota candidates and measures</a></span></span>.</li></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Recent changes to voting in North Dakota</h2></span></span><p>A federal judge ruled that a new <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Legislative%20District%20map%202024.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">map</a></span></span> altering the boundaries of certain state House and Senate districts be used for the 2024 elections. However, a ruling over those district lines is being appealed. Check the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">state’s polling place search tool</a></span></span> to confirm your district and your voting location.<br><br>Voters with a disability that prevents them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to register to vote</h2></span></span><p>North Dakota does not require voter registration. To vote, you must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years old and a North Dakota resident who has lived in a North Dakota precinct for at least 30 days prior to Election Day. Any<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> eligible voter</a></span></span> may cast a ballot if they provide<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> acceptable identification</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Registering to vote on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>North Dakota does not require voter registration.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to request an absentee/mail ballot</h2></span></span><p>Any eligible voter in North Dakota may request an absentee ballot. You will need to submit a new application each year. There is no cutoff date for requesting an absentee ballot. You can apply: <br></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> Complete the<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/absentee/Default.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> absentee/mail ballot application online</a></span></span>, then print the form and mail it to your<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/CountyAuditors.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></span></span><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor</a></span></span>. While there is no cutoff date for requesting a ballot by mail, voters should account for mail delivery times. Counties need time to receive the application, process it and mail the ballot.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Visit your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor's office</a></span></span>. Mark and return your ballot while there, or take it home and return it by mail or in person. </li></ul><ul><li><b>By fax/email:</b> Fax your absentee ballot application or attach a scanned copy to an email and send it to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span>.</li></ul><p>Also, someone else can pick up your absentee/mail ballot for you if you submit an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.nd.gov/eforms/Doc/sfn53933.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Agent Authorization request form</a></span></span>, which also serves as your absentee ballot application. An agent can pick up ballots for up to four voters per election.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Returning an absentee/mail ballot</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> The return envelope must be postmarked with proper postage no later than 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4, the day before the election.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Deliver your ballot to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span> by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. </li></ul><ul><li><b>Drop box: </b>Put your ballot in a drop box by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. Find drop box locations at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vote.nd.gov</a></span></span> under the "County Drop Boxes" tab.</li></ul><p>Use the state’s<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/AbsenteeTracker.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> absentee/mail ballot tracker</a></span></span> to check the status of your ballot.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting in person before Election Day </h2></span></span><p>County commissions decide whether to offer early in-person voting, which can start no earlier than Monday, Oct. 21. Locations, dates and times are available <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at the polls on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Polling locations cannot open earlier than 7 a.m. and must be open by 9 a.m., local time. All polling locations must remain open until 7 p.m. and close no later than 9 p.m., local time. Polling place voting hours are available through the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Polling Place Search</a></span></span>. If you are in line when the polls close, you will be allowed to vote.<br><br>Sample ballots will be available on the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlPKID=7&ptlhPKID=50" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">My Voting Information portal.</a></span></span></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/5c/d7/90904dfd46e78d08ec33113b7437/400-vote-guide-north-dakota-2024.jpg" alt="North Dakota Ranks First In New Cases Per Capita" width="400" height="291" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px;"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">A voter places a ballot in a drop box in Fargo, N.D. </figcaption> <div class="Figure-credit">Dan Koeck/Bloomberg via Getty Images</div> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voter ID requirements on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>To vote,<b> </b>bring an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">acceptable form of photo ID</a></span></span><b> </b>that<b> </b>includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth. A state-issued driver’s license, nondriver’s ID card, tribal government-issued ID or <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Long%20Term%20Care%20Certificate_fillable.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Long Term Care Certificate </a></span></span>is acceptable.<br><br>If your ID does not include your residential address or date of birth, or your address is not current, you can supplement the ID with<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> another document</a></span></span>, such as a current utility bill, bank statement or a check.<br><br>If you are unable to show a valid form of ID but qualify to vote, you can mark a ballot on Election Day or during early voting that will be set aside. You must then show valid ID at your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span> by Monday, Nov. 18.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting with a disability</h2></span></span><p>Any voter can use the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://verifiedvoting.org/election-system/ess-expressvote/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ExpressVote ballot</a></span></span> marking device when voting in person. This device allows voters to use a touchscreen and includes accessibility features such as larger fonts, audio and contrast setting options, and the use of assistive devices like headphones or switches. Voters can also ask a trusted friend to help mark their ballot, or may request assistance from judges working at a polling location.<br><br>Voters with disabilities that may prevent them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county. The ballot is delivered through a secure electronic portal and allows voters to use screen readers and other tools to independently fill out an absentee ballot and return the ballot through the secure online portal.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting from a nursing home or long-term care facility</h2></span></span><p>Voters living in a nursing home or long-term care facility can vote in person or by using an absentee/mail ballot. You can use either the address of the facility where you live or your permanent or previous address when requesting an absentee ballot. You can vote in person at the polling place assigned either to the facility, if you have lived there for 30 days before the election, or to your permanent or previous address. You can receive a L<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Long%20Term%20Care%20Certificate_fillable.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ong Term Care Certificate</a></span></span> from your facility that can be used as your identification.<br><br><b><i>Editor’s note:</i></b><i> This guide was originally published on Dec. 27, 2023, and has been updated with new links to 2024 general election information. </i><br><br><i>Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the </i>Chicago Tribune<i> and the Waterbury, Connecticut, </i>Republican-American<i>. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, </i>The Boston Globe <i>and other publications. </i><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Also of Interest:</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/voting-tips-from-the-nd-secretary-of-state" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Voting tips from North Dakota's Secretary of State</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow AARP’s political coverage</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keep up with local events and AARP advocacy efforts</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/info-2024/state-voting-guides.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find voter guides for all 50 states</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://aarp.org/careforcaregivers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about AARP’s caregiving advocacy work </a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP North Dakota. 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max-width: 230px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at a glance</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Voter registration: </b>North Dakota does not require voter registration.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Absentee voting: </b>Eligible voters in mail ballot counties will be mailed an absentee ballot application. In all other counties, voters must request an application from their <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor</a></span></span>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Early voting:</b> Not all counties offer early in-person voting. <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Check with your county</a></span></span> for dates and times, if available.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Voting at the polls: </b>Voting hours vary by county. Find your polling location at<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></span></span><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo</a></span></span>. Bring an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">acceptable form of photo ID</a></span></span><b> </b>that includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Learn more</b> about <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/nd-ready-to-vote-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">North Dakota candidates and measures</a></span></span>.</li></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Recent changes to voting in North Dakota</h2></span></span><p>A federal judge ruled that a new <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Legislative%20District%20map%202024.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">map</a></span></span> altering the boundaries of certain state House and Senate districts be used for the 2024 elections. However, a ruling over those district lines is being appealed. Check the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">state’s polling place search tool</a></span></span> to confirm your district and your voting location.<br><br>Voters with a disability that prevents them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to register to vote</h2></span></span><p>North Dakota does not require voter registration. To vote, you must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years old and a North Dakota resident who has lived in a North Dakota precinct for at least 30 days prior to Election Day. Any<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> eligible voter</a></span></span> may cast a ballot if they provide<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> acceptable identification</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Registering to vote on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>North Dakota does not require voter registration.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to request an absentee/mail ballot</h2></span></span><p>Any eligible voter in North Dakota may request an absentee ballot. You will need to submit a new application each year. There is no cutoff date for requesting an absentee ballot. You can apply: <br></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> Complete the<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/absentee/Default.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> absentee/mail ballot application online</a></span></span>, then print the form and mail it to your<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/CountyAuditors.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></span></span><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor</a></span></span>. While there is no cutoff date for requesting a ballot by mail, voters should account for mail delivery times. Counties need time to receive the application, process it and mail the ballot.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Visit your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor's office</a></span></span>. Mark and return your ballot while there, or take it home and return it by mail or in person. </li></ul><ul><li><b>By fax/email:</b> Fax your absentee ballot application or attach a scanned copy to an email and send it to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span>.</li></ul><p>Also, someone else can pick up your absentee/mail ballot for you if you submit an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.nd.gov/eforms/Doc/sfn53933.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Agent Authorization request form</a></span></span>, which also serves as your absentee ballot application. An agent can pick up ballots for up to four voters per election.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Returning an absentee/mail ballot</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> The return envelope must be postmarked with proper postage no later than 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4, the day before the election.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Deliver your ballot to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span> by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. </li></ul><ul><li><b>Drop box: </b>Put your ballot in a drop box by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. Find drop box locations at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vote.nd.gov</a></span></span> under the "County Drop Boxes" tab.</li></ul><p>Use the state’s<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/AbsenteeTracker.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> absentee/mail ballot tracker</a></span></span> to check the status of your ballot.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting in person before Election Day </h2></span></span><p>County commissions decide whether to offer early in-person voting, which can start no earlier than Monday, Oct. 21. Locations, dates and times are available <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at the polls on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Polling locations cannot open earlier than 7 a.m. and must be open by 9 a.m., local time. All polling locations must remain open until 7 p.m. and close no later than 9 p.m., local time. Polling place voting hours are available through the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Polling Place Search</a></span></span>. If you are in line when the polls close, you will be allowed to vote.<br><br>Sample ballots will be available on the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlPKID=7&ptlhPKID=50" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">My Voting Information portal.</a></span></span></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/5c/d7/90904dfd46e78d08ec33113b7437/400-vote-guide-north-dakota-2024.jpg" alt="North Dakota Ranks First In New Cases Per Capita" width="400" height="291" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px;"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">A voter places a ballot in a drop box in Fargo, N.D. </figcaption> <div class="Figure-credit">Dan Koeck/Bloomberg via Getty Images</div> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voter ID requirements on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>To vote,<b> </b>bring an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">acceptable form of photo ID</a></span></span><b> </b>that<b> </b>includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth. A state-issued driver’s license, nondriver’s ID card, tribal government-issued ID or <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Long%20Term%20Care%20Certificate_fillable.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Long Term Care Certificate </a></span></span>is acceptable.<br><br>If your ID does not include your residential address or date of birth, or your address is not current, you can supplement the ID with<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> another document</a></span></span>, such as a current utility bill, bank statement or a check.<br><br>If you are unable to show a valid form of ID but qualify to vote, you can mark a ballot on Election Day or during early voting that will be set aside. You must then show valid ID at your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span> by Monday, Nov. 18.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting with a disability</h2></span></span><p>Any voter can use the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://verifiedvoting.org/election-system/ess-expressvote/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ExpressVote ballot</a></span></span> marking device when voting in person. This device allows voters to use a touchscreen and includes accessibility features such as larger fonts, audio and contrast setting options, and the use of assistive devices like headphones or switches. Voters can also ask a trusted friend to help mark their ballot, or may request assistance from judges working at a polling location.<br><br>Voters with disabilities that may prevent them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county. The ballot is delivered through a secure electronic portal and allows voters to use screen readers and other tools to independently fill out an absentee ballot and return the ballot through the secure online portal.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting from a nursing home or long-term care facility</h2></span></span><p>Voters living in a nursing home or long-term care facility can vote in person or by using an absentee/mail ballot. You can use either the address of the facility where you live or your permanent or previous address when requesting an absentee ballot. You can vote in person at the polling place assigned either to the facility, if you have lived there for 30 days before the election, or to your permanent or previous address. You can receive a L<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Long%20Term%20Care%20Certificate_fillable.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ong Term Care Certificate</a></span></span> from your facility that can be used as your identification.<br><br><b><i>Editor’s note:</i></b><i> This guide was originally published on Dec. 27, 2023, and has been updated with new links to 2024 general election information. </i><br><br><i>Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the </i>Chicago Tribune<i> and the Waterbury, Connecticut, </i>Republican-American<i>. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, </i>The Boston Globe <i>and other publications. </i><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Also of Interest:</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/voting-tips-from-the-nd-secretary-of-state" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Voting tips from North Dakota's Secretary of State</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow AARP’s political coverage</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keep up with local events and AARP advocacy efforts</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/info-2024/state-voting-guides.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find voter guides for all 50 states</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://aarp.org/careforcaregivers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about AARP’s caregiving advocacy work </a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP North Dakota. 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$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-basic-box"> <div> <div class="module-spacer"> <header><h1 class="article-headline">How to Vote in North Dakota's 2024 Elections</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 10/18/24 by <b>Maura Kelly Lannan</b> </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/elecciones-guia-para-votar-dakota-del-norte?intcmp=AE-POL-TOSPA-TOGL-VOTA-ND-ES" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">En español</a></span></span><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Important dates and election information</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Absentee/mail ballots become available:</b> Thursday, Sept. 26</li><li><b>Early voting begins: </b>Monday, Oct. 21</li><li><b>Deadline to return an absentee/mail ballot: </b>Monday, Nov. 4</li><li><b>General election:</b> Tuesday, Nov. 5</li></ul><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/2a/0e/9ef9405040798087037804cde97a/election-2023-bul2024.jpg" alt="AARP election buttons final" width="900" height="900" style="height: auto; max-width: 230px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at a glance</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Voter registration: </b>North Dakota does not require voter registration.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Absentee voting: </b>Eligible voters in mail ballot counties will be mailed an absentee ballot application. In all other counties, voters must request an application from their <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor</a></span></span>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Early voting:</b> Not all counties offer early in-person voting. <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Check with your county</a></span></span> for dates and times, if available.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Voting at the polls: </b>Voting hours vary by county. Find your polling location at<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></span></span><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo</a></span></span>. Bring an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">acceptable form of photo ID</a></span></span><b> </b>that includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Learn more</b> about <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/nd-ready-to-vote-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">North Dakota candidates and measures</a></span></span>.</li></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Recent changes to voting in North Dakota</h2></span></span><p>A federal judge ruled that a new <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Legislative%20District%20map%202024.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">map</a></span></span> altering the boundaries of certain state House and Senate districts be used for the 2024 elections. However, a ruling over those district lines is being appealed. Check the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">state’s polling place search tool</a></span></span> to confirm your district and your voting location.<br><br>Voters with a disability that prevents them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to register to vote</h2></span></span><p>North Dakota does not require voter registration. To vote, you must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years old and a North Dakota resident who has lived in a North Dakota precinct for at least 30 days prior to Election Day. Any<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> eligible voter</a></span></span> may cast a ballot if they provide<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> acceptable identification</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Registering to vote on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>North Dakota does not require voter registration.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to request an absentee/mail ballot</h2></span></span><p>Any eligible voter in North Dakota may request an absentee ballot. You will need to submit a new application each year. There is no cutoff date for requesting an absentee ballot. You can apply: <br></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> Complete the<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/absentee/Default.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> absentee/mail ballot application online</a></span></span>, then print the form and mail it to your<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/CountyAuditors.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></span></span><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor</a></span></span>. While there is no cutoff date for requesting a ballot by mail, voters should account for mail delivery times. Counties need time to receive the application, process it and mail the ballot.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Visit your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor's office</a></span></span>. Mark and return your ballot while there, or take it home and return it by mail or in person. </li></ul><ul><li><b>By fax/email:</b> Fax your absentee ballot application or attach a scanned copy to an email and send it to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span>.</li></ul><p>Also, someone else can pick up your absentee/mail ballot for you if you submit an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.nd.gov/eforms/Doc/sfn53933.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Agent Authorization request form</a></span></span>, which also serves as your absentee ballot application. An agent can pick up ballots for up to four voters per election.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Returning an absentee/mail ballot</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> The return envelope must be postmarked with proper postage no later than 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4, the day before the election.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Deliver your ballot to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span> by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. </li></ul><ul><li><b>Drop box: </b>Put your ballot in a drop box by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. Find drop box locations at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vote.nd.gov</a></span></span> under the "County Drop Boxes" tab.</li></ul><p>Use the state’s<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/AbsenteeTracker.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> absentee/mail ballot tracker</a></span></span> to check the status of your ballot.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting in person before Election Day </h2></span></span><p>County commissions decide whether to offer early in-person voting, which can start no earlier than Monday, Oct. 21. Locations, dates and times are available <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at the polls on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Polling locations cannot open earlier than 7 a.m. and must be open by 9 a.m., local time. All polling locations must remain open until 7 p.m. and close no later than 9 p.m., local time. Polling place voting hours are available through the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Polling Place Search</a></span></span>. If you are in line when the polls close, you will be allowed to vote.<br><br>Sample ballots will be available on the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlPKID=7&ptlhPKID=50" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">My Voting Information portal.</a></span></span></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/5c/d7/90904dfd46e78d08ec33113b7437/400-vote-guide-north-dakota-2024.jpg" alt="North Dakota Ranks First In New Cases Per Capita" width="400" height="291" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px;"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">A voter places a ballot in a drop box in Fargo, N.D. </figcaption> <div class="Figure-credit">Dan Koeck/Bloomberg via Getty Images</div> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voter ID requirements on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>To vote,<b> </b>bring an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">acceptable form of photo ID</a></span></span><b> </b>that<b> </b>includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth. A state-issued driver’s license, nondriver’s ID card, tribal government-issued ID or <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Long%20Term%20Care%20Certificate_fillable.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Long Term Care Certificate </a></span></span>is acceptable.<br><br>If your ID does not include your residential address or date of birth, or your address is not current, you can supplement the ID with<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> another document</a></span></span>, such as a current utility bill, bank statement or a check.<br><br>If you are unable to show a valid form of ID but qualify to vote, you can mark a ballot on Election Day or during early voting that will be set aside. You must then show valid ID at your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span> by Monday, Nov. 18.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting with a disability</h2></span></span><p>Any voter can use the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://verifiedvoting.org/election-system/ess-expressvote/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ExpressVote ballot</a></span></span> marking device when voting in person. This device allows voters to use a touchscreen and includes accessibility features such as larger fonts, audio and contrast setting options, and the use of assistive devices like headphones or switches. Voters can also ask a trusted friend to help mark their ballot, or may request assistance from judges working at a polling location.<br><br>Voters with disabilities that may prevent them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county. The ballot is delivered through a secure electronic portal and allows voters to use screen readers and other tools to independently fill out an absentee ballot and return the ballot through the secure online portal.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting from a nursing home or long-term care facility</h2></span></span><p>Voters living in a nursing home or long-term care facility can vote in person or by using an absentee/mail ballot. You can use either the address of the facility where you live or your permanent or previous address when requesting an absentee ballot. You can vote in person at the polling place assigned either to the facility, if you have lived there for 30 days before the election, or to your permanent or previous address. You can receive a L<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Long%20Term%20Care%20Certificate_fillable.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ong Term Care Certificate</a></span></span> from your facility that can be used as your identification.<br><br><b><i>Editor’s note:</i></b><i> This guide was originally published on Dec. 27, 2023, and has been updated with new links to 2024 general election information. </i><br><br><i>Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the </i>Chicago Tribune<i> and the Waterbury, Connecticut, </i>Republican-American<i>. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, </i>The Boston Globe <i>and other publications. </i><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Also of Interest:</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/voting-tips-from-the-nd-secretary-of-state" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Voting tips from North Dakota's Secretary of State</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow AARP’s political coverage</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keep up with local events and AARP advocacy efforts</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/info-2024/state-voting-guides.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find voter guides for all 50 states</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://aarp.org/careforcaregivers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about AARP’s caregiving advocacy work </a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP North Dakota. 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max-width: 230px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at a glance</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Voter registration: </b>North Dakota does not require voter registration.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Absentee voting: </b>Eligible voters in mail ballot counties will be mailed an absentee ballot application. In all other counties, voters must request an application from their <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor</a></span></span>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Early voting:</b> Not all counties offer early in-person voting. <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Check with your county</a></span></span> for dates and times, if available.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Voting at the polls: </b>Voting hours vary by county. Find your polling location at<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></span></span><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo</a></span></span>. Bring an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">acceptable form of photo ID</a></span></span><b> </b>that includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Learn more</b> about <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/nd-ready-to-vote-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">North Dakota candidates and measures</a></span></span>.</li></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Recent changes to voting in North Dakota</h2></span></span><p>A federal judge ruled that a new <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Legislative%20District%20map%202024.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">map</a></span></span> altering the boundaries of certain state House and Senate districts be used for the 2024 elections. However, a ruling over those district lines is being appealed. Check the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">state’s polling place search tool</a></span></span> to confirm your district and your voting location.<br><br>Voters with a disability that prevents them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to register to vote</h2></span></span><p>North Dakota does not require voter registration. To vote, you must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years old and a North Dakota resident who has lived in a North Dakota precinct for at least 30 days prior to Election Day. Any<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> eligible voter</a></span></span> may cast a ballot if they provide<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> acceptable identification</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Registering to vote on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>North Dakota does not require voter registration.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to request an absentee/mail ballot</h2></span></span><p>Any eligible voter in North Dakota may request an absentee ballot. You will need to submit a new application each year. There is no cutoff date for requesting an absentee ballot. You can apply: <br></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> Complete the<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/absentee/Default.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> absentee/mail ballot application online</a></span></span>, then print the form and mail it to your<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/CountyAuditors.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></span></span><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor</a></span></span>. While there is no cutoff date for requesting a ballot by mail, voters should account for mail delivery times. Counties need time to receive the application, process it and mail the ballot.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Visit your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor's office</a></span></span>. Mark and return your ballot while there, or take it home and return it by mail or in person. </li></ul><ul><li><b>By fax/email:</b> Fax your absentee ballot application or attach a scanned copy to an email and send it to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span>.</li></ul><p>Also, someone else can pick up your absentee/mail ballot for you if you submit an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.nd.gov/eforms/Doc/sfn53933.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Agent Authorization request form</a></span></span>, which also serves as your absentee ballot application. An agent can pick up ballots for up to four voters per election.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Returning an absentee/mail ballot</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> The return envelope must be postmarked with proper postage no later than 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4, the day before the election.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Deliver your ballot to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span> by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. </li></ul><ul><li><b>Drop box: </b>Put your ballot in a drop box by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. Find drop box locations at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vote.nd.gov</a></span></span> under the "County Drop Boxes" tab.</li></ul><p>Use the state’s<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/AbsenteeTracker.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> absentee/mail ballot tracker</a></span></span> to check the status of your ballot.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting in person before Election Day </h2></span></span><p>County commissions decide whether to offer early in-person voting, which can start no earlier than Monday, Oct. 21. Locations, dates and times are available <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at the polls on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Polling locations cannot open earlier than 7 a.m. and must be open by 9 a.m., local time. All polling locations must remain open until 7 p.m. and close no later than 9 p.m., local time. Polling place voting hours are available through the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Polling Place Search</a></span></span>. If you are in line when the polls close, you will be allowed to vote.<br><br>Sample ballots will be available on the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlPKID=7&ptlhPKID=50" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">My Voting Information portal.</a></span></span></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/5c/d7/90904dfd46e78d08ec33113b7437/400-vote-guide-north-dakota-2024.jpg" alt="North Dakota Ranks First In New Cases Per Capita" width="400" height="291" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px;"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">A voter places a ballot in a drop box in Fargo, N.D. </figcaption> <div class="Figure-credit">Dan Koeck/Bloomberg via Getty Images</div> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voter ID requirements on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>To vote,<b> </b>bring an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">acceptable form of photo ID</a></span></span><b> </b>that<b> </b>includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth. A state-issued driver’s license, nondriver’s ID card, tribal government-issued ID or <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Long%20Term%20Care%20Certificate_fillable.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Long Term Care Certificate </a></span></span>is acceptable.<br><br>If your ID does not include your residential address or date of birth, or your address is not current, you can supplement the ID with<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> another document</a></span></span>, such as a current utility bill, bank statement or a check.<br><br>If you are unable to show a valid form of ID but qualify to vote, you can mark a ballot on Election Day or during early voting that will be set aside. You must then show valid ID at your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span> by Monday, Nov. 18.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting with a disability</h2></span></span><p>Any voter can use the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://verifiedvoting.org/election-system/ess-expressvote/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ExpressVote ballot</a></span></span> marking device when voting in person. This device allows voters to use a touchscreen and includes accessibility features such as larger fonts, audio and contrast setting options, and the use of assistive devices like headphones or switches. Voters can also ask a trusted friend to help mark their ballot, or may request assistance from judges working at a polling location.<br><br>Voters with disabilities that may prevent them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county. The ballot is delivered through a secure electronic portal and allows voters to use screen readers and other tools to independently fill out an absentee ballot and return the ballot through the secure online portal.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting from a nursing home or long-term care facility</h2></span></span><p>Voters living in a nursing home or long-term care facility can vote in person or by using an absentee/mail ballot. You can use either the address of the facility where you live or your permanent or previous address when requesting an absentee ballot. You can vote in person at the polling place assigned either to the facility, if you have lived there for 30 days before the election, or to your permanent or previous address. You can receive a L<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Long%20Term%20Care%20Certificate_fillable.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ong Term Care Certificate</a></span></span> from your facility that can be used as your identification.<br><br><b><i>Editor’s note:</i></b><i> This guide was originally published on Dec. 27, 2023, and has been updated with new links to 2024 general election information. </i><br><br><i>Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the </i>Chicago Tribune<i> and the Waterbury, Connecticut, </i>Republican-American<i>. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, </i>The Boston Globe <i>and other publications. </i><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Also of Interest:</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/voting-tips-from-the-nd-secretary-of-state" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Voting tips from North Dakota's Secretary of State</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow AARP’s political coverage</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keep up with local events and AARP advocacy efforts</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/info-2024/state-voting-guides.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find voter guides for all 50 states</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://aarp.org/careforcaregivers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about AARP’s caregiving advocacy work </a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP North Dakota. 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$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-basic-box"> <div> <div class="module-spacer"> <header><h1 class="article-headline">How to Vote in North Dakota's 2024 Elections</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 10/18/24 by <b>Maura Kelly Lannan</b> </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/elecciones-guia-para-votar-dakota-del-norte?intcmp=AE-POL-TOSPA-TOGL-VOTA-ND-ES" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">En español</a></span></span><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Important dates and election information</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Absentee/mail ballots become available:</b> Thursday, Sept. 26</li><li><b>Early voting begins: </b>Monday, Oct. 21</li><li><b>Deadline to return an absentee/mail ballot: </b>Monday, Nov. 4</li><li><b>General election:</b> Tuesday, Nov. 5</li></ul><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/2a/0e/9ef9405040798087037804cde97a/election-2023-bul2024.jpg" alt="AARP election buttons final" width="900" height="900" style="height: auto; max-width: 230px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at a glance</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Voter registration: </b>North Dakota does not require voter registration.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Absentee voting: </b>Eligible voters in mail ballot counties will be mailed an absentee ballot application. In all other counties, voters must request an application from their <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor</a></span></span>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Early voting:</b> Not all counties offer early in-person voting. <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Check with your county</a></span></span> for dates and times, if available.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Voting at the polls: </b>Voting hours vary by county. Find your polling location at<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></span></span><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo</a></span></span>. Bring an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">acceptable form of photo ID</a></span></span><b> </b>that includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Learn more</b> about <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/nd-ready-to-vote-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">North Dakota candidates and measures</a></span></span>.</li></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Recent changes to voting in North Dakota</h2></span></span><p>A federal judge ruled that a new <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Legislative%20District%20map%202024.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">map</a></span></span> altering the boundaries of certain state House and Senate districts be used for the 2024 elections. However, a ruling over those district lines is being appealed. Check the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">state’s polling place search tool</a></span></span> to confirm your district and your voting location.<br><br>Voters with a disability that prevents them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to register to vote</h2></span></span><p>North Dakota does not require voter registration. To vote, you must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years old and a North Dakota resident who has lived in a North Dakota precinct for at least 30 days prior to Election Day. Any<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> eligible voter</a></span></span> may cast a ballot if they provide<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> acceptable identification</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Registering to vote on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>North Dakota does not require voter registration.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to request an absentee/mail ballot</h2></span></span><p>Any eligible voter in North Dakota may request an absentee ballot. You will need to submit a new application each year. There is no cutoff date for requesting an absentee ballot. You can apply: <br></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> Complete the<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/absentee/Default.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> absentee/mail ballot application online</a></span></span>, then print the form and mail it to your<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/CountyAuditors.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></span></span><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor</a></span></span>. While there is no cutoff date for requesting a ballot by mail, voters should account for mail delivery times. Counties need time to receive the application, process it and mail the ballot.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Visit your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor's office</a></span></span>. Mark and return your ballot while there, or take it home and return it by mail or in person. </li></ul><ul><li><b>By fax/email:</b> Fax your absentee ballot application or attach a scanned copy to an email and send it to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span>.</li></ul><p>Also, someone else can pick up your absentee/mail ballot for you if you submit an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.nd.gov/eforms/Doc/sfn53933.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Agent Authorization request form</a></span></span>, which also serves as your absentee ballot application. An agent can pick up ballots for up to four voters per election.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Returning an absentee/mail ballot</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> The return envelope must be postmarked with proper postage no later than 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4, the day before the election.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Deliver your ballot to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span> by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. </li></ul><ul><li><b>Drop box: </b>Put your ballot in a drop box by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. Find drop box locations at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vote.nd.gov</a></span></span> under the "County Drop Boxes" tab.</li></ul><p>Use the state’s<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/AbsenteeTracker.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> absentee/mail ballot tracker</a></span></span> to check the status of your ballot.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting in person before Election Day </h2></span></span><p>County commissions decide whether to offer early in-person voting, which can start no earlier than Monday, Oct. 21. Locations, dates and times are available <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at the polls on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Polling locations cannot open earlier than 7 a.m. and must be open by 9 a.m., local time. All polling locations must remain open until 7 p.m. and close no later than 9 p.m., local time. Polling place voting hours are available through the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Polling Place Search</a></span></span>. If you are in line when the polls close, you will be allowed to vote.<br><br>Sample ballots will be available on the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlPKID=7&ptlhPKID=50" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">My Voting Information portal.</a></span></span></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/5c/d7/90904dfd46e78d08ec33113b7437/400-vote-guide-north-dakota-2024.jpg" alt="North Dakota Ranks First In New Cases Per Capita" width="400" height="291" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px;"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">A voter places a ballot in a drop box in Fargo, N.D. </figcaption> <div class="Figure-credit">Dan Koeck/Bloomberg via Getty Images</div> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voter ID requirements on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>To vote,<b> </b>bring an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">acceptable form of photo ID</a></span></span><b> </b>that<b> </b>includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth. A state-issued driver’s license, nondriver’s ID card, tribal government-issued ID or <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Long%20Term%20Care%20Certificate_fillable.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Long Term Care Certificate </a></span></span>is acceptable.<br><br>If your ID does not include your residential address or date of birth, or your address is not current, you can supplement the ID with<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> another document</a></span></span>, such as a current utility bill, bank statement or a check.<br><br>If you are unable to show a valid form of ID but qualify to vote, you can mark a ballot on Election Day or during early voting that will be set aside. You must then show valid ID at your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span> by Monday, Nov. 18.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting with a disability</h2></span></span><p>Any voter can use the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://verifiedvoting.org/election-system/ess-expressvote/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ExpressVote ballot</a></span></span> marking device when voting in person. This device allows voters to use a touchscreen and includes accessibility features such as larger fonts, audio and contrast setting options, and the use of assistive devices like headphones or switches. Voters can also ask a trusted friend to help mark their ballot, or may request assistance from judges working at a polling location.<br><br>Voters with disabilities that may prevent them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county. The ballot is delivered through a secure electronic portal and allows voters to use screen readers and other tools to independently fill out an absentee ballot and return the ballot through the secure online portal.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting from a nursing home or long-term care facility</h2></span></span><p>Voters living in a nursing home or long-term care facility can vote in person or by using an absentee/mail ballot. You can use either the address of the facility where you live or your permanent or previous address when requesting an absentee ballot. You can vote in person at the polling place assigned either to the facility, if you have lived there for 30 days before the election, or to your permanent or previous address. You can receive a L<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Long%20Term%20Care%20Certificate_fillable.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ong Term Care Certificate</a></span></span> from your facility that can be used as your identification.<br><br><b><i>Editor’s note:</i></b><i> This guide was originally published on Dec. 27, 2023, and has been updated with new links to 2024 general election information. </i><br><br><i>Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the </i>Chicago Tribune<i> and the Waterbury, Connecticut, </i>Republican-American<i>. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, </i>The Boston Globe <i>and other publications. </i><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Also of Interest:</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/voting-tips-from-the-nd-secretary-of-state" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Voting tips from North Dakota's Secretary of State</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow AARP’s political coverage</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keep up with local events and AARP advocacy efforts</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/info-2024/state-voting-guides.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find voter guides for all 50 states</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://aarp.org/careforcaregivers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about AARP’s caregiving advocacy work </a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP North Dakota. 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max-width: 230px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at a glance</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Voter registration: </b>North Dakota does not require voter registration.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Absentee voting: </b>Eligible voters in mail ballot counties will be mailed an absentee ballot application. In all other counties, voters must request an application from their <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor</a></span></span>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Early voting:</b> Not all counties offer early in-person voting. <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Check with your county</a></span></span> for dates and times, if available.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Voting at the polls: </b>Voting hours vary by county. Find your polling location at<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></span></span><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo</a></span></span>. Bring an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">acceptable form of photo ID</a></span></span><b> </b>that includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Learn more</b> about <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/nd-ready-to-vote-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">North Dakota candidates and measures</a></span></span>.</li></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Recent changes to voting in North Dakota</h2></span></span><p>A federal judge ruled that a new <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Legislative%20District%20map%202024.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">map</a></span></span> altering the boundaries of certain state House and Senate districts be used for the 2024 elections. However, a ruling over those district lines is being appealed. Check the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">state’s polling place search tool</a></span></span> to confirm your district and your voting location.<br><br>Voters with a disability that prevents them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to register to vote</h2></span></span><p>North Dakota does not require voter registration. To vote, you must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years old and a North Dakota resident who has lived in a North Dakota precinct for at least 30 days prior to Election Day. Any<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> eligible voter</a></span></span> may cast a ballot if they provide<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> acceptable identification</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Registering to vote on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>North Dakota does not require voter registration.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to request an absentee/mail ballot</h2></span></span><p>Any eligible voter in North Dakota may request an absentee ballot. You will need to submit a new application each year. There is no cutoff date for requesting an absentee ballot. You can apply: <br></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> Complete the<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/absentee/Default.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> absentee/mail ballot application online</a></span></span>, then print the form and mail it to your<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/CountyAuditors.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></span></span><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor</a></span></span>. While there is no cutoff date for requesting a ballot by mail, voters should account for mail delivery times. Counties need time to receive the application, process it and mail the ballot.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Visit your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor's office</a></span></span>. Mark and return your ballot while there, or take it home and return it by mail or in person. </li></ul><ul><li><b>By fax/email:</b> Fax your absentee ballot application or attach a scanned copy to an email and send it to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span>.</li></ul><p>Also, someone else can pick up your absentee/mail ballot for you if you submit an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.nd.gov/eforms/Doc/sfn53933.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Agent Authorization request form</a></span></span>, which also serves as your absentee ballot application. An agent can pick up ballots for up to four voters per election.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Returning an absentee/mail ballot</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> The return envelope must be postmarked with proper postage no later than 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4, the day before the election.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Deliver your ballot to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span> by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. </li></ul><ul><li><b>Drop box: </b>Put your ballot in a drop box by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. Find drop box locations at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vote.nd.gov</a></span></span> under the "County Drop Boxes" tab.</li></ul><p>Use the state’s<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/AbsenteeTracker.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> absentee/mail ballot tracker</a></span></span> to check the status of your ballot.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting in person before Election Day </h2></span></span><p>County commissions decide whether to offer early in-person voting, which can start no earlier than Monday, Oct. 21. Locations, dates and times are available <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/Precincts.aspx?eid=333" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at the polls on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Polling locations cannot open earlier than 7 a.m. and must be open by 9 a.m., local time. All polling locations must remain open until 7 p.m. and close no later than 9 p.m., local time. Polling place voting hours are available through the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlhPKID=70&ptlPKID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Polling Place Search</a></span></span>. If you are in line when the polls close, you will be allowed to vote.<br><br>Sample ballots will be available on the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/WhereToVote.aspx?tab=AddressandVotingTimes&ptlPKID=7&ptlhPKID=50" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">My Voting Information portal.</a></span></span></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/5c/d7/90904dfd46e78d08ec33113b7437/400-vote-guide-north-dakota-2024.jpg" alt="North Dakota Ranks First In New Cases Per Capita" width="400" height="291" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px;"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">A voter places a ballot in a drop box in Fargo, N.D. </figcaption> <div class="Figure-credit">Dan Koeck/Bloomberg via Getty Images</div> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voter ID requirements on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>To vote,<b> </b>bring an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">acceptable form of photo ID</a></span></span><b> </b>that<b> </b>includes your name, current North Dakota residential address and date of birth. A state-issued driver’s license, nondriver’s ID card, tribal government-issued ID or <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Long%20Term%20Care%20Certificate_fillable.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Long Term Care Certificate </a></span></span>is acceptable.<br><br>If your ID does not include your residential address or date of birth, or your address is not current, you can supplement the ID with<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/voting-north-dakota/forms-voter-id" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> another document</a></span></span>, such as a current utility bill, bank statement or a check.<br><br>If you are unable to show a valid form of ID but qualify to vote, you can mark a ballot on Election Day or during early voting that will be set aside. You must then show valid ID at your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/current-officials/county-election-officials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">county auditor’s office</a></span></span> by Monday, Nov. 18.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting with a disability</h2></span></span><p>Any voter can use the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://verifiedvoting.org/election-system/ess-expressvote/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ExpressVote ballot</a></span></span> marking device when voting in person. This device allows voters to use a touchscreen and includes accessibility features such as larger fonts, audio and contrast setting options, and the use of assistive devices like headphones or switches. Voters can also ask a trusted friend to help mark their ballot, or may request assistance from judges working at a polling location.<br><br>Voters with disabilities that may prevent them from independently marking an absentee ballot can request an electronic ballot from their county. The ballot is delivered through a secure electronic portal and allows voters to use screen readers and other tools to independently fill out an absentee ballot and return the ballot through the secure online portal.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting from a nursing home or long-term care facility</h2></span></span><p>Voters living in a nursing home or long-term care facility can vote in person or by using an absentee/mail ballot. You can use either the address of the facility where you live or your permanent or previous address when requesting an absentee ballot. You can vote in person at the polling place assigned either to the facility, if you have lived there for 30 days before the election, or to your permanent or previous address. You can receive a L<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vip.sos.nd.gov/pdfs/Portals/Long%20Term%20Care%20Certificate_fillable.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ong Term Care Certificate</a></span></span> from your facility that can be used as your identification.<br><br><b><i>Editor’s note:</i></b><i> This guide was originally published on Dec. 27, 2023, and has been updated with new links to 2024 general election information. </i><br><br><i>Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the </i>Chicago Tribune<i> and the Waterbury, Connecticut, </i>Republican-American<i>. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, </i>The Boston Globe <i>and other publications. </i><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Also of Interest:</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/voting-tips-from-the-nd-secretary-of-state" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Voting tips from North Dakota's Secretary of State</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow AARP’s political coverage</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keep up with local events and AARP advocacy efforts</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/info-2024/state-voting-guides.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find voter guides for all 50 states</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://aarp.org/careforcaregivers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about AARP’s caregiving advocacy work </a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP North Dakota. 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