r/CapeCod • u/Mass_AGO • 2h ago
Know Your Voting Rights
Hey Cape Cod, it's your Attorney General, Andrea Joy Campbell. Election Day is coming soon.
My office has heard residents’ concerns about election interference, federal law enforcement at the polls, and whether their votes will be counted. I want to be clear: Your right to vote is protected by law, and my office stands ready to defend it. Here's what you need to know:
- Early voting is open October 17th - October 30th.
- Polls are open on Election Day (November 3rd) from 7:00AM - 8:00PM.
- On Election Day, per state law, each polling place must have a police officer or constable present to assist election officials and ensure everyone can vote safely, without interference or intimidation.
- If you see anyone using intimidation tactics at a polling place, speak with the location’s police officer or warden and contact my office.
- If your name isn’t on the voting list at your polling location, or you’re denied a ballot, you have the right to request and cast a provisional ballot. Election offices will then work to verify your eligibility so that your ballot may be counted.
- If you believe your voting rights have been violated, contact my office's Election Protection hotline at 617-727-2200.
Know your rights. Make a plan to vote. And know that your Attorney General has your back.