Politics & Government
2020 Election FAQs For Canton Voters
Ballots are available for pickup from September 24.
September 28, 2020
2020 ELECTION FAQs:
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Q: When I can expect my ballot?
A: If you have already applied, ballots should begin arriving the first week of October. If you don’t receive a ballot by October 9, call the Clerk’s Office at 734/394-5120.
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Q: When are ballots available?
A: Ballots are available for pickup starting Thursday, September 24.
Q: Have you sent my absentee ballot?
A: The bulk mailing was dropped at the USPS on Wednesday, September 23.
Q: How do I check my ballot status?
A: Visit www.mi.gov/vote.
Q: How do I see a sample ballot?
A: Visit www.mi.gov/vote.
Q: How do I check if I am registered to vote or update my registration?
A: Visit www.mi.gov/vote.
Q: I forgot my secrecy sleeve and I am concerned my vote won’t count!
A: No need to worry, your vote will count.
Q: I am worried about my ballot signature! Or I forgot to sign it!
A: The Clerk’s Office will contact you if the signature is missing or there is a concern.
Q: When do ballots need to be back?
A: ASAP, but no later than 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 3.
KEY DATE FOR THE 2020 ELECTION:
September 21: Absentee voter ballot mailing begins
October 3: Canton Clerk’s Office open for election business only, 10am - 2pm.
October 10: Canton Clerk’s Office open for election business only, 10am - 2pm.
October 17: Canton Clerk’s Office open for election business only, 10am - 2pm.
October 19: Last day to register to vote other than in person at the Clerk’s Office
October 20: In person voter registration with local Clerk with proof of residency
October 24: Canton Clerk’s Office open for election business only, 10am - 2pm.
October 30: Last day Clerk’s office may mail an AV ballot
October 31: Canton Clerk’s Office open for election business only, 8:30am - 4:30pm.
November 2: Last day to obtain an AV ballot in the Clerk’s office. Deadline is 4pm.
November 3: Election Day registrants may register, obtain and vote an AV ballot at the Clerk’s office or vote in person at precinct until 8pm.
ATTENTION: If you’re voting absentee, please make sure your ballot is returned on or before November 3 at 8pm. Ballots can be mailed, hand delivered to the Clerk’s Office or dropped in one of the two drop-box locations outside of Canton’s Administration Building. For your convenience, a drive-up drop-box is located behind the building in the parking lot.
This press release was produced by the City of Canton. The views expressed here are the author’s own.
