Election Day is approaching and the state wants you to help out at polling places this fall.
In July, there was a similar need for election judges for the Primary. In Baltimore, the City's Board of Elections says they're looking to hire 800 additional judges. Election Director Armstead Jones says you can fill an application out online and mail it in. Click here if you'd like to sign up.
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To be an election judge in Maryland, you must meet these qualifications:
- 16 years old or older
- Registered voter in Maryland
- Physically and mentally prepared for at least a 15-hour day
- Willing to work outside your home precinct
- Able to sit and stand for an extended period
- Can speak, read and write English
Judges are trained before election day. The State Board asks they report one hour before the polls open and serve until all duties are completed after the polls close.
If you're like to apply, click here.
In recognition of Help America Vote Day, we are again encouraging Marylanders to become election judges this November. Election judges play an important role in the democratic process, and are critical to a positive and transparent voting experience. pic.twitter.com/VZtdZQvs6C
— Governor Larry Hogan (@GovLarryHogan) August 16, 2022
