What do you need to vote in Michigan for the 2024 primary? Here's a checklist of what to bring
(CBS DETROIT) - Michigan's 2024 presidential primary is Tuesday, Feb. 27.
Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. local time.
Here's a list of what you can and cannot bring with you to the polls on Election Day.
What to bring with you to vote in Michigan
As a voter, you are not required to possess a photo ID to vote in Michigan.
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If you do not have a photo ID, you can still cast your vote in Michigan. You must sign an affidavit stating that you do not have a valid photo ID. After signing the affidavit, you can cast your ballot.
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If you have a photo ID, like a driver's license or state-issued ID, you must present it at the polling location.
The following are acceptable forms of photo ID:
- Driver's license or state ID card issued by Michigan or another state
- Federal, state, county or local government-issued photo ID
- U.S. passport
- Military photo ID card
- Student photo ID card from an educational institution
- Tribal photo ID card
- Local or county-issued government ID
- Concealed pistol license
If your photo ID or driver's license has expired, you cannot use it as a valid photo ID. Instead, you must sign an affidavit saying you do not have a valid photo ID.
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You are entitled to bring voter information guides or pamphlets when voting, but you must take them with you once you've cast your ballot.
You can take a selfie outside of voting areas.
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You can also be assisted by an interpreter to vote in a language that is not English.
What not to bring with you to vote in Michigan
As a registered voter in Michigan on Election Day, you are not permitted to wear campaign clothing or accessories, like hats, pins and stickers, within 100 feet of a polling location.
You cannot bring election or campaign flyers into a polling location or within 100 feet of a polling place. You can also not take a picture while in a voting area.
