PITTSBORO, NC – North Carolina Primary Election Day is March 3, 2020, and the Chatham County Board of Elections Office reminds voters of important information before they cast their ballot.
When can Chatham County voters cast their ballot on Election Day?
Chatham County residents can vote from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on March 3, 2020.
Where can Chatham County residents vote?
Chatham County residents must vote at their assigned precinct on Election Day. If voters are unsure of their precinct, they can visit chathamnc.org/elections or call 919-545-8500.
What if voters missed the deadline to register for the primary election in Chatham County?
There will be no voter registration on primary Election Day, March 3, 2020. However, residents can still register to vote for the general election, November 3, 2020. The registration deadline for the general election is October 9, 2020.
Do residents need a photo ID to vote in Chatham County?
No. Chatham County voters do not need a photo ID to cast their ballot in the 2020 primary election.
Can Chatham County residents vote for candidates of any political party of their choosing during the primary election?
Chatham County voters are encouraged to check their voter registration ahead of time. Those who are registered with a particular political party will receive a ballot for candidates of that party only. Those who are registered as unaffiliated may vote for candidates with the party of their choice.
What type of voting equipment will Chatham County voters use to cast their ballot?
In 2019, the Chatham County Board of Elections approved new voting equipment, Hart Verity Scan, which voters will use during the primary election and future elections. For more information about the equipment, voters can visit chathamnc.org/elections/voting-equipment .
Are individuals who are 17 years old allowed to vote in the primary election?
Yes – only those individuals who are 17 years old and will turn 18 by the general election on November 3, 2020, can vote in the primary election. However, these individuals are not eligible to vote on the primary election referendums.
For more information about the 2020 primary election, individuals can visit the Chatham County Board of Elections website at chathamnc.org/elections or call 919-545-8500.
2020-03-03