State Board Alerts Voters That No Photo ID Needed In Upcoming Primary

The North Carolina State Board of Elections (NCSBE) is trying to get the word out that voter photo ID will not be required in the upcoming March primary.  

The board has released a video featuring NCSBE Executive Director Karen Brinson Bell. The video informs voters that they will not be required to show a photo ID for the March 3 primary.

A federal judge granted a preliminary injunction last month that blocks North Carolina's ID requirement from taking effect. That injunction will remain in place unless the courts take further action.

According to a press release, NCSBE staff are developing additional materials to keep voters informed.

The board has updated its website to reflect the changes and says it will continue to post information on social media. The 100 county boards have been directed to update their websites, and to stop issuing free NC Voter ID cards.

Absentee mail-in ballots will go out beginning January 13. In-person early voting begins February 13.

Voters with questions may call the photo ID informational hotline at 919-814-0744.