Here's how to vote now that Wisconsin's voter ID law is in place
Have an ID.
This can be a state-issued driver's license or ID card, a military ID or a passport. Some student and tribal IDs will also work, but will require extra documentation to prove current enrollment. For a full list of acceptable IDs, visit bringit.wi.gov.
If you don't have an ID, get one.
The state will provide you one for free. You'll need to visit the Department of Motor Vehicles, where you'll be required to provide proof of your name, date of birth, Wisconsin residency, U.S. citizenship and proof of identity.
Be prepared at your polling place.
You'll have to state your name and address, show the poll worker your ID and sign your name in the poll book. Then you can cast your ballot. If you forget your ID, you can cast a provisional ballot and show your ID by the end of the week.
If you have difficulty getting to the polls, you might not have to show an ID.
If you are a permanent absentee voter due to age, illness, infirmity or disability — or you're voting absentee because you're an active-duty member of the military — you can receive your ballot without showing a photo ID.
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...is the only way to vote absentee in your state due to age, illness, infirmity, disability or active duty military..?
I ask only because I've become a big fan of absentee voting in my state because it allows me to avoid going to a physical poll and standing in lines, but more importantly it allows me to read and research the various names running for the Boards and Positions as well as the amendments and proposals that are attached to the ballot.
I applaud you for your post... and I hope that people make the effort, follow your common sense advice and register.
