With elections right around the corner, you may have questions about how you are able to vote in San Bernardino. Voting is extremely important if you wish to see a fresh, new face in office and show your support for a man or woman whose ideals match those of your own. Soheila Azizi, running for judge, is looking forward to seeing her loyal supporters come on out on voting day and help her work toward her biggest dreams. However, you may have questions about the voting process and what to expect in your particular city. In San Bernardino, you have options.
To begin, there are some rights and regulations that you must understand with the voting process. Here are some of the most important ones that you should always know when you enter the realm of casting a vote:
- You can always vote if you are a registered voter. This means that you are at least 18 years of age and have the ability to vote at your current residence address.
- You also have a right to receive assistance in casting your ballot.
- You have a right to ask questions about the election procedures and to observe the election process.
You may not have known this but if you are a registered voter in San Bernardino, you may have the option to vote early. However, registered voters may only case their ballot prior to Election Day if they choose a specific location that allows it. On February 2, 2016, elections are held for both the City of San Bernardino General Election and the Lucerne Valley Unified School District Special Recall Edition. However, at the San Bernardino Elections Office, early votes can be cast on Monday, January 4. Election Day for the Presidential Primary Election is on June 7 – however, early votes can be taken on Monday, May 9.
Voters of San Bernardino also have the option to “Vote by Mail,” which involves filling out a Mail Ballot Application and sending it to the specified location seven days prior to the Election Day. There is also good news for those who are disabled. If you become disabled after the Mail Ballot application deadline and believe that you will not be able to get to a Polling Place on the Election Day, you may submit a written request to have a ballot picked up from the elections office and delivered to you.
How Do You Vote?
First, you must visit your Assigned Polling Place. Once you do this, you will be asked for your name and address so you can be searched in the Roster of Voters. After this, you will be provided with a paper ballot that contains what you may vote on. You will then make your choice and cast your vote in a green ballot box. Alternatively, Electronic Touch Screen voting machines will be available. If your name is not found on the Roster of Voters, you have the right to vote with a Provisional Ballot. Your ballot may or may not be counted depending on the verification status.
Does this sound easy enough and like a step you would like to take toward making a supportive decision in your community? Then become interested in voting today! We are looking forward to your vote and hearing from you. Soheila Azizi is thankful for the support on this Election Day in San Bernardino!
