Randolph County guide for early voting for 2022

Dean-Paul Stephens, The Courier-Tribune
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As Randolph County's election officials open the doors for in-person early voting, there are a number of factors early voters should consider before casting their ballots.

Early voting precincts will open their doors 8 a.m. and will run through 7:30 p.m. on weekdays and 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays. Early voting hours ends at 3 p.m. on Nov. 5 the last Saturday before Election Day.

There is no in-person early voting on Sunday.

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In-person early voters are allowed to vote in any of Randolph County's four precincts.

  • Randolph County Board of Elections 1457 N. Fayetteville St., Asheboro

  • Braxton Craven School Gym 7037 NC Highway 62, Trinity

  • Randleman Civic Center 122 Commerce Square, Randleman

  • Franklinville United Methodist Church 227 W. Main St., Franklinville

These four sites and other precincts throughout the state can be found on the state's election board website.

Those casting their ballots on Election Day must do so at their predetermined precinct. Those not sure about the location of their designated precincts can reach out to Randolph County's Election Board at 336-318-6900.

Unlike other races, the state provides information about judicial candidates for the state Supreme Court and state Court of Appeals, via an online portal titled Judicial Voter Guide 2022: Midterm General Election.

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Early voters who missed the Oct. 14 registration deadline, may register the same day they cast their early ballots, according to Randolph Elections Director Melissa Johnson. Same-day registrants must provide proof of residency, such as a bill or other document with an address.

Voters who received an absentee ballot by mail have the option to fill them out and drop them off at an official at an early voting site. Those who requested an absentee ballot may cast an early ballot or vote on election day as long as they have not mailed their absentee ballot.

Those who have voted via absentee ballot, along with other voters, can check the status of the ballot via an online voter search database.

The state board reiterated its concerns about conduct at the precinct.

"The State Board asks that all voters respect the rights of others to participate in the election," reads information from the state board. "Intimidating any voter is a crime. Voters who feel harassed or intimidated should notify an election official immediately."

While voters may use electronic devices to access information while at the ballot, they may not take pictures of the ballot or communicate with anyone.

This article originally appeared on The Courier-Tribune: A guide to early voting in Randolph County in 2022