You must blacken ovals with the special pencil provided. Do not erase any marks on a ballot or use a pen. If you make a mistake in voting, ask the judge who issued you the ballot for another one. The reason for this procedure is that the ballots in Lancaster County are electronically scanned and counted, and a pencil mark, even if it is erased, might be detected. Voters who cannot read, are blind or have a physical disability may request assistance in marking their ballots.
All polling places are handicap accessible.
You can ask for your ballot to be brought to your car if it is difficult for you to get into the polling place. No one may campaign or hand out political literature within 200 feet of a polling place. No one should wear political badges or insignia into the polling place on election day. Election Dates See Election Calendar . If you would like a speaker for your group, contact the Election Office and someone would be very happy to make a presentation.