If not accepted, the ballot is returned immediately and a displays a message explaining the problem. Howard said the precinct official will issue a new ballot to the voter if necessary. Campaigning within 300 feet of a ballot box is against the law in Oklahoma. Other violations include disclosing how one voted within the election enclosure, removing a ballot from the polling place, taking a ballot into the polling place and taking any type intoxicating liquor within a half-mile of a polling place. It also is unlawful for anyone, other than individuals waiting to vote and election officials, to be within 50 feet of a ballot box during the election.
Special provisions are in place for in-person and special assistance voting.
On Thursday, Friday and Monday before the election, voters can report to a designated location in the county where they are registered for the in-person voting procedure. A bipartisan voting board will be on board from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. to provide assistance. Special assistance is available for physically disabled and illiterate voters. Detailed information about the procedures can be obtained from the county election board.