Early Voting Ends Friday in Georgia

ATLANTA, GA -- Early voting in Georgia ends Friday, May 20, in advance of the state's general primary and non-partisan election on Tuesday, May 24.

“We have already seen significant turnout for early voting both by mail and in-person,” said Georgia Secretary of State Brian Kemp. “I expect turnout to remain high on Election Day when most Georgia voters head to the polls to cast their ballots.”

Georgia voters can visit the office’s website for a list of qualified candidates for county, state, and federal races. Other voting resources include the “My Voter Page” or “GA Votes” app where voters can check their registration status, view their sample ballot, find their voting location, or request an absentee ballot.

To further promote participation on May 24, Kemp is encouraging voters to engage with his office through social media to relay their Election Day experience. Voters can also use the office’s social media to report irregularities or election complaints.

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All complaints are promptly reviewed by the office’s Investigation Division’s P.O.S.T.-certified law enforcement officers, and if warranted, officers will open a formal State Election Board investigation. The office also receives complaints through the “Stop Voter Fraud” website and hotline (877-725-9797).

On May 24, Kemp said he is dispatching investigators to strategic locations across the state to monitor Election Day voting and respond to any reports of suspicious activity. The Georgia State Patrol also provides the Secretary of State’s office with air transport services in the event of an emergency.

“In addition to the informational resources and tools we offer Georgians, we also work to ensure Georgians have safe, accessible, and fair elections in our state,” said Kemp. “Communication with Georgia voters is key, and we bring all assets to bear on Election Day.”