Remember that if you register in a party or select a political organization designation, in a primary election you only may receive a ballot for that party. Unenrolled voters may request any ballot in a primary election. You will remain on the list of voters so long as you vote regularly and complete and return the annual municipal census. If you move to another city or town, you must re-register in your new community. Voting in absentia Voters who are unable to vote on election day because of physical disability, religious beliefs or travel may vote by absentee ballot.
State law limits the availability of absentee ballots to the three listed circumstances only.
Absentee ballots are not available for mere inconvenience, or because of ordinary commuting-related difficulties. If you will be absent from Scituate for an extended period of time, you may submit a single application for all elections occurring within the year the application is accepted. Applications for absentee ballots may be obtained from the Town Clerk or the Office of the Secretary of State. Applications may be submitted in person or by mail. All applications must be signed under the pains and penalties of perjury by the voter, a family member, or before a ballot will be made available.