NJ Absentee Ballot, Vote-By-Mail Differences Explained

NEW JERSEY - Ever since Governor Phil Murphy announced that the November election would be primarily vote-by-mail, there has been confusion over not only the process, but over the different types of ballots.

Warren County Clerk Holly Mackey explained to Patch the difference between and absentee ballot vs. this year's vote-by-mail option. Traditionally an absentee ballot to be submitted via mail would need to be requested.

For the Nov. 3, all registered voters will receive a vote-by-mail per the Executive Order. Voters do not need to request a vote-by-mail for this election.

Since the change to this year's election was announced by Murphy, there have been many questions about how the process will work. Below is some further reading on the Nov. 3 election process:

• Here's How NJ's Mail-In General Election Will Work: What To Know

A primarily vote-by-mail election means a lot of changes to election day. See what you can expect this November.

• What's A NJ Provisional Ballot? How Does It Work? Patch Found Out

Those not needing an ADA compliant booth will need a provisional ballot to vote in-person. Here is what that will look like.

• How Are Election Signatures Verified In NJ? Patch Found Out

Voters wondering how their signatures are checked before the upcoming election can see the process for themselves.

• How To Register, Track Your General Election Vote Online In NJ

Need to register for the upcoming election? Want to track your vote once you do? Read on to learn how.

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