Vermont § 2556 - Provisional voting
Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 2556 — Provisional voting, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2556. Provisional voting
- (a) If an individual’s name does not appear on the checklist and the individual claims
to have submitted an application for the checklist and refuses to complete a new application
in accordance with subdivision 2563(2) of this chapter, or if the individual’s registration
application has been rejected and the individual disputes that rejection, the election
official shall allow the individual to vote provisionally. (b) The provisional voter shall be given a ballot and an envelope with an attestation
printed upon it, as described in section 2555 of this title, and shall complete the attestation on the envelope. Upon completion, the provisional
voter shall seal the envelope and deposit it in a ballot box marked for the receipt
of provisional ballots. (c) A provisional voter who makes a false statement in completing the attestation, knowing
the statement to be false, shall be subject to the penalties of perjury as provided
in 13 V.S.A. chapter 65. (Added 2003, No. 59, § 30, eff. June 7, 2003; amended 2007, No. 54, § 9; 2015, No. 44, § 12, eff. Jan. 1, 2017.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 2556
What does Vermont Statutes Online § 2556 cover?
Section 2556 ("Provisional voting") is part of the Vermont Statutes Online, the codified statutory law of Vermont. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Vermont § 2556?
A common citation format is "Vermont Statutes Online § 2556" (Vermont). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Vermont law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Vermont official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Vermont attorney.
How does Vermont § 2556 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Vermont can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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