Here's Everything You Need to Vote Early in Beverly

BEVERLY, MA – For the first time ever, Massachusetts voters will be able to cast their ballots in the presidential election before Election Day, from Oct. 24 to Nov. 4.

Early voting can be done in person or by mail, and anyone who's registered to vote can vote early. Check your voter registration status here.

In Beverly, early voting will be held at Beverly City Hall at 191 Cabot St. on the remaining dates and times:

• Tuesday, Nov. 1: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
• Wednesday, Nov. 2: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
• Thursday, Nov. 3: 8:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
• Friday, Nov. 4: 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Massachusetts Early Voting Guide

When is early voting?

Oct. 24–Nov. 4

Who can vote early?

Any voter registered in Massachusetts is eligible to vote early in person. The last day to register to vote in this November's General Election is Oct. 19. You can register online here.

Where do I vote?

Why early voting?

The law for early voting was signed in 2014 by former Gov. Deval Patrick, and mandates a 10-day voting window before Election Day during the statewide elections, held every two years. This is Massachusetts' first year putting that law into practice.

What do I need to vote?

That depends. You will need to show official identification to a poll worker if it's your first time voting in Massachusetts or your registration status is inactive because you haven’t voted lately. You can check your voter registration status here. A poll worker can additionally request ID if they have reason to be suspicious of your identity, or if you have to complete a provisional or challenged ballot at the polls. More on those situations here. The following identification documents are acceptable: driver’s license, state-issued ID, recent utility bill, signed lease, rent receipt, or a sworn statement that you're a registered, active voter. You can also show any other official document that includes your name and address.

What's on the ballot?

Voters statewide will be weighing in on the next President of the United States, and on four statewide ballot initiatives. There are also a handful of competitive local elections on the ballot. Find out what's on your ballot here.

And remember...

Even if you don't cast your ballot during the early voting period, you can also vote as usual on Election Day, Nov. 8. Polls are open statewide from 6 a.m. until 8 p.m., although some towns open earlier.

With reporting by Alison Bauter (Patch Staff)

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