As Tulsa's Election Headquarters, KRMG takes the responsibility to help inform voters very seriously.
That's why we've prepared this summary of important information to help sort out any confusion over the large number of state questions on the ballot November 8th.
We've also assembled a number of helpful links to additional resources that will aid voters before they head to the polls.
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The State Questions
Oklahoma Voting FAQs
WHAT ARE THE PARTIES WHICH WILL APPEAR ON THE OKLAHOMA BALLOT?
Oklahoma recognizes three political parties: Democratic, Libertarian, and Republican. There are presidential and down-ballot candidates for office representing all three parties, as well as some independents. Local races in some cities (Tulsa, for example) are non-partisan, as are most judicial races. You can vote a straight ticket for any of the three recognized parties.
IS WRITE-IN VOTING LEGAL IN OKLAHOMA?
Writing in a name on a ballot is not valid in Oklahoma. However, any other votes on the ballot that are correctly marked will still be valid, and will be counted.
WHAT PREVENTS HACKING OF VOTING MACHINES?
Voting machines in Oklahoma are not networked to one another, nor to the election board, nor the Internet. The machines are monitored at all times during voting, making tampering extremely difficult. Oklahoma replaced all of its voting machines in 2012.
CAN I REGISTER TO VOTE ONLINE?
The Oklahoma legislature passed a law in 2015 authorizing the State Election Board to implement an online voting registration system for all citizens with a valid state-issued ID or driver's license. That system is still in development; it is hoped it will be available prior to the 2018 election cycle.
CAN I VOTE EARLY?
Early voting is available at the county election boards from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on the Thursday and Friday before all elections. It is also available from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on the Saturday before election day during state and federal elections. Tulsa County also offers early voting during those same hours at Hardesty Library, 8316 E. 93rd Street (just southeast of 91st and Memorial). Those locations are NOT available for voting on election day; all in-person ballots must be cast at your local precinct.
HOW DOES ABSENTEE VOTING WORK?
Any registered voter may request an absentee ballot, and no explanation is required. Use the link below to find a form and request an absentee ballot. Absentee ballots must be delivered in person or received by mail by 7:00 p.m. on election day. The deadline to request an absentee ballot is 5:00 p.m. on the Wednesday prior to election day.
WILL I NEED A VALID ID TO VOTE?
Oklahoma law requires a voter to present valid identification in order to vote. A state-issued photo ID or driver's license, a military ID card, a tribal ID card, or a U.S. passport are all considered valid forms of ID, as long as they have not expired. You can also use the voter registration card issued to you by your county election board. If you do not have a valid ID, you can still fill out a provisional ballot. You will be required to sign an affidavit affirming your identity and explaining why your vote should be counted. Provisional ballots are sealed and are not put through the voting machines. The county election board will investigate all provisional ballots and approve or reject them based on their ability to confirm the information contained in the affidavit.
Voter Resources
[ Information on absentee ballots, including a link to request one online ]
[ Full ballot titles of State Questions ]
[ Oklahoma Democratic Party website ]