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Voting Information FAQ


VOTER IDENTIFICATION

I didn't receive my Voter I.D. Card in the mail. Do I still get to vote?

  • The voter I.D. card or the notice of election card are the preferred forms of identification because each contains pertinent information regarding your polling place, political sub-divisions/districts, and precinct, which is necessary information to the judges at the polls. If you don't have either card, any other signed I.D. will be accepted.
  • If a voter doesn't have any signed I.D., their identity may be verified by two polling judges, a relative voting with them, or by calling the St. Charles County Election Authority.

I've lost my Voter I.D. Card. How do I apply for a new one?

Replacement Voter I.D. Cards may be requested by contacting the Election Authority.

ELECTION DAY INFORMATION

How will I know when elections are being held in my area?

One to two weeks before any given election, the Election Authority Office will mail you a red and white "Notice of Elections" card, giving the election date, your polling place and other political information. You will need to sign this card before entering the polling place and presenting it to the election workers.

When do the polls open?

Your polling place will promptly open at 6 a.m. and close at 7 p.m.

VOTER INFORMATION

What if someone changes his or her name?

This happens frequently because of marriage. If there is a legal name change, notify the Election Office in writing or in person at any of the registration sites. A person may vote one time only under a previous name.

What if someone moves?

  • Notify the Election Office of any change of address that is within the county. This may be accomplished at any of the registration sites or fill out the back of your Voter I.D. Card or the "Notice of Election" Card and mail it to the Election Office.
  • The Election Office must receive your change of address by the 4th Wednesday before an election. This ensures that you will receive a notification of election and are properly listed in the books at the polls. If you did not notify the office of your address change, you will need to call the office for the location of your new polling place.

Where can I register or transfer my voting address?

The different sites to register or to make a transfer are:

  • County Clerks Office Public Schools
  • Community College Libraries
  • Community College City Halls
  • Motor Vehicle Registration Offices All State Offices providing Public assistance

For information on the location of your nearest registration site, call 636-949-7550 or 1-800-822-4012. You must be registered by the 4th Wednesday prior to an election and age 18 or older to vote in that election.

What are the Election Offices Hours?

Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. In addition, as required by law, the office is open for absentee voting on the Saturday before any election, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

ST. CHARLES COUNTY ELECTION AUTHORITY
201 North Second St., Room 541 St. Charles, MO. 63301
or visit their website at Voter Information – St. Charles County, MO


   
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