Fair and democratic elections are an important part of America’s government system, and polling places play an important role in ensuring that. Both state and federal laws protect voters at polling places from unfair discrimination.

To make sure everyone has an opportunity to vote in national elections, polling places are expected to meet certain requirements.

Laws affect not just the polling place itself, but also what election staffers and voters are allowed to do inside and outside of the premises.

Here are our Top 7 legal reminders for Election Day:

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  • What About Mandatory Voting? (FindLaw’s Law and Daily Life)
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