Downloadable Documents Adobe Acrobat Reader is required to view and print all documents. Pollwatchers Guide Pollwatchers may represent candidates, political parties, civic organizations and organized groups of proponents or opponents of ballot propositions. This handy guide is designed to help pollwatchers and others who want to become more familiar with the basic responsibilities of pollwatchers and the important role they play on election day.
Illinois statutes provide for pollwatchers to be present in the polling place on election days.
Pollwatchers are intended to observe the conduct of the election and their prime concern is the integrity and fairness of the election. This document provides general information regarding the rights and limitations of pollwatchers. You, the voter, are a chief safeguard against vote fraud. Voters can play a major role in helping to guarantee fair and honest elections. This document lets you know what to look for in the polling place on election day and also what to do if you notice any unusual activity at or near the polling place.