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FAQ's for the November 2008 General Election
- Q: Am I registered to vote?
A: Call your county elections office. If you are currently registered anywhere in Oregon you can update your registration and get a ballot for your current residence address through 8:00 PM , November 4. The voter registration deadline for new Oregon residents was October 14. Multnomah county voters should call 503-988-3720 to check on the status of their registration.
County Election offices: www.sos.state.or.us/elections/other.info/clerk.htm
- Q: I didn't get my ballot yet. What should I do?
A: Multnomah county voters should call 503-988-3720. For other county election offices in Oregon: www.sos.state.or.us/elections/other.info/clerk.htm. After October 31, voters must go to their county elections office to get a ballot. The Multnomah County Elections Office is located at 1040 SE Morrison Street, Portland.
- Q: I made a mistake on my ballot. What should I do?
A: Make your intent clear on the ballot. Each ballot is inspected to determine voter intent. Multnomah County voters who want a replacement ballot should call 503-988-3720.
- Q: I signed the wrong return envelope. What should I do?
A: Cross off the signature and sign the correct envelope. The other voter can sign the other correct envelope. Voters must sign the correct return envelope or the ballot will not be counted. If the ballot has already been mailed Multnomah County elections will mail the voter a replacement ballot prior to Friday, Oct. 31. Voters can come in-person to Multnomah County Elections to sign the correct envelope, but should call first to check on ballot status.
- Q: I forgot to use the secrecy envelope. What should I do?
A: The secrecy envelope is not required. You can open the return envelope and re-tape it, or choose not use the secrecy envelope.
- Q: I've heard it costs more than a 1st class stamp to return the ballot.
A: Multnomah County voters who mail their ballot only need one 1st class stamp. Please remember to only include the ballot, secrecy envelope and the signed return envelope. A few counties in Oregon have heavier ballots and may need additional postage. Multnomah County voters do not need extra postage. Voters can also drop their ballot at any Official Drop Site in Oregon prior to 8:00 PM , November 4.
Multnomah County: Official Drop Sites
- Q: I mailed my ballot and forgot to sign the return envelope. What should I do?
A: Multnomah County voters should call 503-988-3720. Multnomah County returns unsigned envelopes by mail until Friday, Oct. 31. After that date voters will need to come to the Elections office. It is best to check on your status first by calling Multnomah County Elections at 503-988-3720. A ballot cannot be counted unless the return envelope is signed by 8:00 PM Election Day.
- I need to go to the Election Office. Can I wear my campaign material such as a button or shirt?
A: When conducting Election business at a County Elections office individuals may wear campaign material such as buttons or shirts as a means of personal expression.
- Q: I had someone come to my door to collect my ballot. Is that legal?
A: Oregon Law allows anyone to collect ballots. (ORS 260.695) However, the law requires that anyone collecting ballots must clearly state unofficial on the collection box. Oregon Law requires that the lettering on the unofficial drop box be at least 50 point bold font size and in all caps. Election officials discourage voters from using unofficial drop sites. Voters are encouraged to mail the ballot until the Friday before the election or use any Official Drop Site in Oregon.
- Q: I voted and returned my ballot. Was my ballot received?
A: To check on the status of your ballot call your county elections office. Multnomah County voters should call 503-988-3720.
- Q: When are election results available?
A: Unofficial results are available beginning at 8:00 PM PST on November 4. Updates continue throughout the evening and the next date. Official results are certified up to 20 days after election day.
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