Important Election Deadlines

October 7 is the latest day to register to vote in the Presidential Election.

October 15 is the first day of Early Voting. Early voting ends November 1.

The election is Tuesday, November 5th.

Early voting is at the courthouse, in the election office. I believe that the hours are weekdays 9:00 – 5:00 and Saturday October 20 and October 27, 9:00 – 5:00.

This is a complicated subject, as it may vary by county. See the statement below for a link to more information, or call your local election office to be sure. The Fannin County Board of Elections phone number is 706.632.7740.

Here’s a statement from Georgia.gov:

  • State law requires local elections officials to allow early in-person voting beginning on the fourth Monday prior to a primary or election, and as soon as possible prior to the runoff.
  • Early voting ends on the Friday immediately prior to Election Day.
  • Early voting takes place Monday through Friday, and the second and third Saturdays before Election Day. Some polling locations may be open on the second and third Sundays. Be sure to verify available dates and polling hours with your early voting precinct.
  • During early voting, polls are typically open from 9 AM to 5 PM on weekdays and 9 AM to 4 PM on Saturdays. Exact hours may vary.
  • The Secretary of State’s website has key dates for the current election cycle. 
  • Local elections officials may allow early voting beyond regular weekday business hours, but it’s up to the county.
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