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October 11, 2010 Sen. Sharon Carson, 661-4555

Sen. Carson reminds District 14 voters of upcoming deadlines

Critical general election to be held on Tuesday, Nov.2nd

(Londonderry) With the general election only three weeks away, state Sen. Sharon Carson is reminding District 14 voters in Londonderry, Hudson and Auburn of several important deadlines concerning registration and absentee ballots.

Commenting on the importance of the upcoming election, Carson said, “If there’s ever been a time when New Hampshire voters need to make their voices heard concerning the direction of our state and country, it’s now. I want to encourage everyone to vote, whether in person or by absentee ballot. As citizens, voting is one of the most patriotic things we can do. If you are as concerned about the troubling fiscal situations in Concord and Washington as I am, then you know this is no time to sit on the sidelines.”

Voting Information and Deadlines

Eligibility

NH residents who will be 18 years or older on Election Day and are a U.S. citizen, may register with the city/town clerk where they live up to ten days before any election. This year, that deadline is October 23rd. After that, you must wait until Nov. 2nd for same day registration at your polling place.

Registering

Residents are required to fill out a standard voter registration form and must show proof of age, citizenship and domicile. There is no minimum residency requirement in NH. You may register as soon as you move to your community.

Political Parties

When registering to vote, you will not be required to declare yourself as a member of a political party (Republican or Democrat). Instead, you may register as an undeclared voter.

Absentee Ballots

Absentee ballots are available from your city/town clerk approximately 30 days prior to an election. Clerks may accept absentee ballots submitted in person until 5:00pm on Nov. 1st or until 5:00pm on Nov.2nd if received through the mail.

 

Polling Places and Times

Auburn Auburn Village School, Eaton Hill Road 7am-7pm

Hudson Community Center, Lions Avenue 7am-7pm

Londonderry Londonderry High School, Mammoth Road 7am-8pm