How do I request an absentee ballot?
Complete the absentee ballot request form, which will be available starting September 27. Form can be found at: http://www.elections.il.gov/votinginformation/absenteevoting.aspx

Where do I send the request?
Completed requests should be sent to your Local Election Authority, whose information can be found at: http://www.elections.state.il.us/ElectionAuthorities/ElecAuthorityList.aspx

What is the deadline for requesting an absentee ballot?
Absentee ballot requests must be received by your Local Election Authority by November 1 if mailed and by November 5 if delivered in person.

What is the voting procedure?
Simply complete and sign your ballot and return it to your Local Election Authority, making sure it is postmarked by November 5.

What are the deadlines for voting absentee?
Absentee ballots must be postmarked by November 5, which is the day before the general election.

What are the election dates and deadlines for the 2012 general election?
The 2012 general election will be held on November 6. The deadline for registering to vote in Illinois is October 9.

How do I contact the Secretary of State/ election officials?
State Board of Elections
1020 South Spring Street
Springfield, Illinois 62704
Tel. 217-782-4141

State Board of Elections
100 West Randolph, Suite 14-100
Chicago, Illinois 60601
Tel. 312-814-6440

Are there any requirements for first-time voters?
No.