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. They help to guarantee that the rights of voters are protected and help to guarantee a smooth and fair election process. This document provides information regarding the qualifications necessary to become an election judge and also some of the important duties and responsibilities of election judges. Giving assistance in voting is the actual casting of a vote by a specified person or two polling place election judges. Assistance can only be given, however, to those who qualify for the assistance.