Know Your Rights - Voting in Illinois

You need not present a photo ID to vote in Illinois. A poll worker should not ask you for ID except in a narrow range of circumstances. You may need an ID if:
- An Election Judge challenges your right to vote
- You registered to vote by mail and did not provide ID
- If you are also registering to vote or changing your registration address on the day that you vote
On Election Day, you can cast your ballot after the polls close if you are in line at the time listed as closing
You may bring written or printed materials into the voting booth to assist you
If you are wearing campaign clothing, buttons, or stickers, you may be required to remove or cover them. You may not display campaign signs, pamphlets, or other materials
You can request up to two hours off of work to go and vote in Illinois, if your work schedule prevents you from getting to the polls while they are open
If you are denied the right to vote because you are challenged by a judge, your name does not appear on the rolls, or you do not have ID (in the few circumstances where ID is required) you are entitled to a provisional ballot. Be sure the poll worker gives you instructions about any steps you need to take in order to ensure that your ballot is counted. Learn more about provisional ballots here: https://www.elections.il.gov/VotingAndRegistrationSystems/ProvisionalBallotSearch.aspx?MID=%2fck8Er0K12Y%3d&T=637147681323684748

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