Burlington Review

As the 2024 General Election approaches, Burlington County voters are preparing for what is expected to be a high-turnout event due to the presidential contest. Early voting has begun, offering an alternative to Election Day queues. For those opting to vote on November 5, several key points should be noted.

Voters should report to their designated polling locations as listed on their sample ballots or found online. Polls will operate from 6 AM to 8 PM. Due to historically higher turnout during presidential elections, longer wait times are anticipated. Voters in line by 8 PM will still be allowed to vote.

Burlington County has introduced new voting machines this year, replacing older models with electronic ballot marking devices and tabulators that produce a paper record for security. These machines have been in use since the primary election and at early voting sites since 2021. An instructional video on using these machines is available online.

Voters are advised to bring their sample ballots for easier check-in via electronic poll books. If issues arise with scanning or registration, assistance can be sought from poll workers or by contacting the Superintendent of Elections at 609-265-5111.

Vote-by-mail (VBM) ballots cannot be brought to polling places but can be returned through secure drop boxes, hand-delivered, or mailed by November 5. Those who received VBM ballots may only vote provisionally if they choose in-person voting.

Accessibility accommodations are available at all polling locations, and voters needing assistance can contact the Board of Elections at 609-265-5557.

After voting in person, individuals will receive an 'I Voted' sticker; those mailing their votes will get a postcard with a similar sticker. Electioneering within 100 feet of polling sites is prohibited.

For further inquiries about voting procedures and regulations, residents can call the Burlington County Elections hotline at 609-265-VOTE (8683).