Essex County Vicinage To Hold Virtual Court Election Day Hearings

ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — Superior Court judges will be available in Essex County to conduct remote hearings for election challenges or issues on Tuesday, July 7.

According to New Jersey court administrators, the 2020 primary election was moved from June 2 because of the coronavirus pandemic. Tuesday’s election will be mainly vote-by-mail.

The county clerk’s office has mailed ballots to registered voters. However, provisional voting will be available at a limited number of polling locations, which will be open for ADA accommodations and for voters who did not receive their official mail-in ballot.

“If appropriate, matters will be heard promptly by a designated judge with notice to election officials,” court administrators said. “Election officials, petitioners, and attorneys will be able to appear before the designated judge by video or telephone.”

Voters with election-related concerns or questions about the July 7 election or who are seeking assistance with casting their vote can contact the county clerk’s office and/or the board of elections.

• Essex County Clerk – 973-621-4921
• Essex County Board of Elections – 973-621-5070

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