What if I lost my ballot? Do I need my ID at the polls? California voting questions answered

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We rounded up answers to some common election questions.

September, 2024 - November, 2024
California voters have several means to cast and track their ballots in the 2024 election. If you lose your ballot, you can request a replacement from your county elections office. While most voters don't need to show ID at polling places, first-time voters who registered by mail might need identification. Voters can track their ballots using the state-provided "Where's My Ballot?" tool to ensure their votes are counted.

Additionally, California law permits bringing necessary aids to polling places, but bans political paraphernalia and firearms within 100 feet of a voting site.
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