Those with personal illness or physical disability that prevents them from getting to the polling location Election officials and Board of Election employees Those whose religious observances conflict with election day Those in jail under sentence for a misdemeanor or awaiting criminal trial Full-time firefighters, peace officers or emergency medical service employees Those who are on active duty in the state within the organized militia. The Board of Elections has special arrangements available for persons with disabilities and persons who with medical emergencies the day of election. Contact your County Board of Elections for further information. The Ohio Secretary of State's office maintains a phone line to provide information on voting and registration for hearing-impaired citizens. Your vote counts.
Voting is one of the special privileges offered in a democracy.
Only you can exercise your vote. Voting is an important way to make your thoughts and desires known about local, state , and national issues.