QUESTIONS ANSWERED
Q. My one vote doesn't make a difference. Why bother?
A. Actually, one vote can and has won an election. A vote here
and there puts candidates in office. By voting, your voice
matters.
Q. I’ll be out of town on Election Day. Can I still vote?
A. Yes, using Vote by Mail obtained through your County
Election Board. CLICK HERE for more information.
Q. Will I automatically be called for jury duty if I register?
A. No. In New Jersey, people are called for jury duty from the
Department of Motor Vehicle database.
Q. I just moved; do I need to re-register?
A. Possibly, if you are moving to another county in the state
you have to re-register to vote. But if you move within the
same country there is no need to re-register.
Q I can’t remember when I last voted. Should I register again?
A. Yes. New Jersey will purge all inactive voters from its voter
files this year. If you have not voted recently, your name will
be removed. Please register again.
Q. I don’t want to be a Democrat or a Republican; do I have to select a party affiliation?
A. No. Enrolling in a political party is a personal choice. However,
you must be a party member to vote in a party’s primary
election.
Q. I have a green card; can I vote?
A. No. You must be a United States citizen to vote.
Q. I was convicted of a felony a few years ago; can I vote?
A. Possibly, if your sentence is complete. Check with your parole
or Probation officer.
Q. My name recently changed. Should I register?
A. Yes. You must register to vote using your legal name.
Q. I never voted before so I don’t know how to vote. How do I
learn?
A. Voting is simple. County election board workers are available
