Indiana's midterm general election is Tuesday, Nov. 3. Voters will cast a ballot for congressional, state and constitutional amendments. Depending on where you live there are dozens of local races and property-tax referendums to fund schools.
Whether you're voting for the first time or just need a refresher, here's what to know before heading to the polls.
What's on my ballot?
Every ballot in Indiana will include races for secretary of state, comptroller, treasure and a U.S. Representative who represents your congressional district.
There are also two questions on whether to amend the Indiana Constitution. One would expand the situation when judges can deny bail before trial, and the other is about residency requirements for city and town judges.
In Marion County, a representative for the 7th Congressional District, the sheriff, prosecutor and clerk of the circuit court are on the ballot. Voters in nine townships — Center, Decatur, Franklin, Lawrence, Perry, Pike, Warren, Washington and Wayne — will also see races for trustee, small claims court judge and constable.
There are also dozens of seats up for election at Marion County's 10 elected school boards. This is the first year Indiana school board candidates could declare a party affiliation when filing to run.
To see what's on your ballot, visit the Marion County Election Board's website or log in to your voter portal at vote.indy.gov.
Can I still register to vote?
Voter registration closes the day before early voting starts. The deadline to register for the November election is Oct. 5 — close of business at local registration offices or midnight for online applications. You can check your registration status at indianavoters.in.gov.
The site, run by the Indiana Secretary of State, lets you confirm you're on the rolls, update your address and find your polling place.
Do I need an ID to vote?
Yes. To cast a regular ballot, you'll need a photo ID that meets four criteria: it shows your photo, shows your name (it doesn't have to be a perfect match), has an expiration date that's either current or expired after the last general election, and was issued by the state of Indiana or the U.S. government.
An Indiana driver's license, a U.S. passport, an Indiana state identification card or a military ID all work. Student IDs are not allowed to vote. After a legal battle over whether student IDs from Indiana's public colleges and universities can no longer be used.
If you show up at the polls without your ID — don’t walk away. You can still cast a provisional ballot, then bring the right documentation to the Marion County Election Board by noon 10 days after the election to have your vote counted.
Where do I vote?
Early in-person voting begins Oct. 6 at the City-County Building, weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Satellite site early voting starts Oct. 24.
On Election Day, polls are open 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Marion County is a vote center county, which means any registered voter can cast a ballot at any polling place in the county — not just at traditional precinct locations.
For a complete schedule on voting locations and times, including weekends, go to vote.indy.gov.
The deadline to request an absentee ballot to vote by mail is Oct. 22. There’s more details on how to apply for an absentee ballot here.
Need more help?
Marion County's IndyVOTES website offers details on voting centers, absentee ballots, and a place to see your sample ballot. The Indiana Secretary of State runs a voter hotline at 866-461-8683, staffed 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. EST on Election Day.
Voters with disabilities can call Indiana Disability Rights at 317-722-5555.
The nonpartisan national Election Protection hotline is 866-687-8683.
