Headed to the polls? Here are some election day tips

Eligible voters across North Carolina will head to the polls for municipal elections on Tuesday. The State Board of Elections has offered a list of voting tips. 

The first step is going to the correct polling place, which can be found through the State Board’s Voter Search tool. You can also find sample ballots through that portal. 

Most North Carolina residents cannot register to vote on Election Day, unless they became a U.S. citizen after the registration deadline or had post-felony conviction rights restored. 

This year, voters will be asked to present a photo ID when checking in. While it’s anticipated many people will use a driver’s license, there are a number of other acceptable forms of ID that are listed on the BOE website. If you don’t have an approved photo ID, you can fill out an ID exception form and request a provisional ballot. 

Curbside voting is offered for those who may need assistance due to age or disability. 

And if for some reason your name isn’t on the voter list, you can request a provisional ballot. 

Polls will be open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Election Day.