[Peace] be an election judge November 4th

[Karen Medina]

Want to be an election judge? 
For a half day training, you can earn $120 for serving on election day November 
4.

* Call the Champaign County Clerk's election office: 384-3724
* http://www.champaigncountyclerk.com/
* Online form for becoming an election judge: 
http://www.champaigncountyclerk.com/elections/election_judge_form.php
* mail at champaigncountyclerk.com
* For more information: 
http://www.champaigncountyclerk.com/elections/election_judge.html
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Election Judge Information

Election Judges help guarantee the rights of voters are protected on election 
day. This page details the qualifications necessary to become an election judge 
and also some of the important duties and responsibilities.

 

What are judges of election?

Judges of election are responsible for the administration of election procedures 
in the polling place on election day. they are in the position of ensuring that the 
election process is administered fairly and in accordance with our laws.

 

What are the qualifications necessary to be an election judge?

Be a citizen of the United States.

Be of good repute and character.

Be able to speak, read and write the English language.

Be of good understanding and capable.

Not be a candidate for any office in the election and not be elected 
committeeman.

Need to be registered to vote in the county.

Each Election Judge is required to declare their party preference so they can be 
assigned accordingly. (See how are judges selected below.)

 

How are judges selected?

Election Judges are chosen by the County Clerk and by the Party Chairperson. In 
precincts under the jurisdiction of the County Clerk, the party which cast the 
highest average number of votes at the most recent three gubernatorial 
elections in the precinct shall be represented by three judges; the party which 
casts the second highest number of votes at the most recent three gubernatorial 
elections in the precinct shall be represented by two judges.

 

How are election judges trained?

Before each election several election judge training schools will be held. This 
course covers the duties and responsibilities of election judges and an 
examination which tests reading skills, ability to work with poll lists, ability to 
add and knowledge of election laws governing the operation of polling places is 
given every two years. Judges who have attended and completed the class will 
receive $120.00 for their duties on election day. Judges who have not attended 
and completed the class will receive $75.00 for their duties on election day.

 

What are some of the duties of the judges of election?

Open and close the polls;

Be responsible for all election materials;

Ensure that only qualified voters are permitted to vote and that each qualified 
voter is permitted to vote once and only once;

Give instructions in the method of voting when requested by a voter;

Give assistance to illiterate and physically disabled voters;

Maintain order in the polling place throughout the day;

Tally the vote after the polls are closed; and to certify the election results in that 
precinct.

 

How may I become an election judge?

Contact the County Clerks Office by phone or email and express your interest in 
serving as a Judge of Election. Election judges are vital to the conduct of 
efficient and honest elections to which voters are entitled.

Call us at (217) 384-3724.

Email us at mail at champaigncountyclerk.com
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The form says:
Full Name:	
Street Address:	
City:	
Zip Code:	
Daytime Phone Number:	 -   -  
Email Address:	
	(Judges are required to declare their party in accordance with state law)
 

	
Yes, I will work as an Election Judge for the November 4, 2008 election.

	Yes, I am willing to work in a different precinct, if needed.
	Yes, I am willing to pick up the election supplies before the election.
	Yes, I am willing to drive/be a passenger to the Brookens Center on election 
night to return supplies.
	
Yes, I am willing to bring my cell phone for use in the precinct.
 	My cell number is:   -   -  
	Yes, I am willing to serve as a Nursing Home Judge prior to the election.
	No, I cannot work the November 4, 2008 election, but keep me in mind for 
future elections.
	No, I am resigning as an Election Judge for all future elections.
 	If you know your voter number please enter it here: