Allegany County Elections - Become an Election Judge

Become An Election Official

How To Become An Election Judge
The Election Judges who operate the polling place are a very important part of the electoral process. These persons are the only contacts the Election Office has with the public during voting hours. Without these individuals, it would be impossible to conduct an election.

All Election Judges must make sure that qualified voters who are properly registered are able to cast their vote in a trouble-free environment. Therefore, the Election Judge must be reliable and courteous, present a neat appearance, be able to follow procedures exactly, and above all, possess good judgment. Download an Election Judge Application

Qualifications

To be an election judge, you must be:

A registered voter in the State of Maryland;
Able to speak, read, and write English;
Physically and mentally able to work at least a 15-hour day;
Willing to work outside your home precinct;
Able to lift at least 10 lbs; and
Able to sit and/or stand for an extended period.

To be an election judge, you cannot be:

A candidate or currently hold a public or political office, including State and County political party central committees; or
A chairman, campaign manager or treasurer for a political or candidate committee.

Voter Registration Volunteer
Any citizen may become an official Voter Registration Volunteer by attending an instruction class. Following the certification class, a certificate will be issued. Once certified each volunteer is authorized to register voters. Volunteers must re-certify every two years thereafter. Volunteers will be issued 50 voter registration forms at a time. Classes are by appointment only.

For More Information or to make an appointment call the Allegany County Board of Elections Office at 301-777-5931 between the hours of 8 AM and 4:00 PM.