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    What can you expect when early voting begins?

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    We are exactly three weeks away from the 2024 US presidential election. Florida voters will vote for their presidential candidate, elect local candidates and decide on six state amendments.

    While early voting is open in some states, most Floridians will have to wait until October 21 to cast their ballots. Those who prefer to vote by mail have until October 24 at 5 p.m. to submit their request to vote by mail.

    Here’s when you can vote early and what to expect.

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    What is early voting?

    Early voting is when someone casts their vote before Election Day. The process is more or less the same as November 5, with the same ballots being deposited into the same equipment used on the official date. The advantage is that the mandatory 10-day period gives you more flexibility when voting. That also means shorter lines – or in many cases no lines at all.

    When is early voting in Florida?

    Florida mandates that early voting begin on the tenth day before the election, but counties have the option to offer early voting up to fifteen days before the election. Early voting hours must be a minimum of eight hours per day, but may not exceed twelve hours.

    Many counties, such as Escambia and Santa Rosa, are choosing to start on October 21, which is the earliest date allowed. The exact dates and times depend on the county, but you can find that information by going to your local Supervisor of Elections website and finding the early voting section.

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    When does early voting start in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties?

    Early voting in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties begins Oct. 21. Early voting hours are from 7am to 7pm every day.

    Early voting locations in Escambia County

    Here is the list of early voting locations in Escambia County:

    • Escambia County Supervisor of Elections Office, 213 Palafox Place, Second Floor, Pensacola
    • Main Library, 239 Spring St., Pensacola
    • Molino Community Center, 6450 Highway 95A, Molino
    • Asbury Place at Cokesbury Church, 750 College Blvd., Pensacola
    • Southwest Library, 12248 Gulf Beach Highway, Pensacola
    • Bellview Library, 6425 Mobile Highway, Pensacola
    • Escambia County Extension Services, 3740 Stefani Road, Cantonment
    • Brownsville Community Center, 3200 W DeSoto St., Pensacola
    • UWF, 11000 University Parkway, Building. 78, Room 136, Pensacola
    • Billy G. Ward Courthouse, 7500 N. Century Blvd., Century

    Early voting locations in Santa Rosa County

    Here is the list of early voting locations in Santa Rosa County:

    • Main Elections Office — 6495 Caroline St., Suite F, Milton
    • South Service Center – 5841 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze
    • Tiger Point Community Center – 1370 Tiger Park Lane, Gulf Breeze
    • Pace Community Center – 5976 Chumuckla Highway, Pace
    • Santa Rosa County Auditorium – 4530 Spikes Way, Milton
    • Navarre Community Gym – 8840 High School Blvd., Navarre

    When are early voting hours in Florida?

    Early voting hours typically take place at polling places throughout Florida from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily. However, these times are not observed by every county, so be sure to check with your local Supervisor of Elections office for the correct times. Below you will find a link to each province’s office.

    When is Election Day 2024?

    Election day for the 2024 general election is November 5 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

    Do I need ID for early voting in Florida?

    To vote at an early voting location, you must have a photo ID. Acceptable IDs include:

    • Florida driver’s license
    • Florida ID Card (issued by DHSMV)
    • American passport
    • Debit card or credit card
    • Military ID
    • Student ID
    • Retirement Center ID
    • Neighborhood association ID
    • Public Assistance ID
    • Veteran Health ID (issued by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs)
    • Concealed Weapons Permit (issued in accordance with FS 790.06)
    • Employee ID card issued by a branch, department, agency, or entity of the federal, state, provincial, or municipal government.

    If your photo ID does not have your signature on it, you will be asked to provide another ID that has your signature on it.

    How to Request a Mail-in Ballot in Florida

    There are a number of ways you can request a mail-in ballot.

    If you do not want to submit your request online, you can use form DS-DE 160. You can complete this form and email, fax or scan the document and attach it to an email to the Supervisor of Elections. You can also complete the form in person at the Office of the Supervisor of Elections or by telephone.

    Use this link to find the contact information for your county supervisor of elections.

    To submit your application online, follow the same steps as above to check your voter status.

    Your request must include the following information:

    • The voter’s name
    • The voter’s date of birth
    • The voter’s address (A signed written request is required if the address is different from the address on file. An exception exists for absentee voters in uniform or an out-of-state voter requesting a mail-in ballot.)
    • The voter’s Florida driver’s license, Florida identification card, or the last four digits of the voter’s Social Security number, whichever can be verified in the supervisor’s records
    • The voter’s signature (if the request is in writing)

    Early voting locations in Florida

    Looking for your early voting location? Click on your county and you will be taken to the list post on the Supervisor of Elections website.

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