Indiana Code 3-10-1-24.6. Voter identity check; comparison of signatures
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Sec. 24.6. (a) In case of doubt concerning a voter’s identity, the precinct election board shall compare the voter’s signature with the signature on the registration record or any certified copy of the signature provided under section 7.1 of this chapter. If the board determines that the voter’s signature is authentic, the voter may then vote.
(b) If either poll clerk doubts the voter’s identity following the comparison of the signatures, the poll clerk shall challenge the voter in the manner prescribed by Ind. Code § 3-11-8. If the poll clerk does not execute a challenger’s affidavit under Ind. Code § 3-11-8-21 or if the voter executes a challenged voter’s affidavit under Ind. Code § 3-11-8-22.1, the voter may then vote.
As added by P.L.209-2003, SEC.100. Amended by P.L.164-2006, SEC.73; P.L.271-2013, SEC.13.
Terms Used In Indiana Code 3-10-1-24.6
- Affidavit: A written statement of facts confirmed by the oath of the party making it, before a notary or officer having authority to administer oaths.
- Clerk: means the clerk of the court or a person authorized to perform the clerk's duties. See Indiana Code 1-1-4-5