Can you vote by mail in georgia runoff election

In Georgia, voters can request an absentee ballot by mail for the runoff election, but the process and deadlines are specific. Here's what you need to know:

Requesting an Absentee Ballot by Mail:

  1. Deadline: The deadline to request an absentee ballot by mail is 4:30 pm on the 4th Friday before the runoff election. For the 2022 Georgia runoff election, the deadline is Friday, December 16, 2022.
  2. Application: You can request an absentee ballot by mail by filling out the Absentee Ballot Application (OVR-202) form, which is available on the Georgia Secretary of State's website or by contacting your local election office.
  3. Submission: Mail the completed application to your county's election office. You can find the contact information for your county's election office on the Georgia Secretary of State's website.

Returning the Absentee Ballot:

  1. Deadline: The deadline to return your completed absentee ballot by mail is 7:00 pm on the day of the runoff election (December 20, 2022).
  2. Return envelope: Make sure to sign the return envelope and include your completed absentee ballot inside.

Additional Requirements:

  1. Identification: You may be required to provide identification with your absentee ballot application. Check with your county's election office for specific requirements.
  2. Signature: Your absentee ballot application and ballot must be signed by you, the voter.

In-Person Voting:

If you prefer to vote in person, you can do so at your assigned polling place on the day of the runoff election (December 20, 2022). You can find your polling place on the Georgia Secretary of State's website.

Remember to check with your county's election office for any specific requirements or deadlines, as they may vary.