Fact Sheet: Mail-in Voting
This information is intended to help educate voters in Kent County, Maryland to vote by mail-in ballots, as provided by Maryland Election Law.
Kent County GOP recommends mail-in voting for all Marylanders as a reliable alternative to in person voting.
Why request a Mail-in Ballot?
- Flexibility to vote on your own time.
- Encourage others in the household to vote with you.
Where to send your completed Mail-in Ballot?
- Postal mail, drop boxes located throughout the county, or Board of Elections office.
- Drop boxes are located at:
- Galena Volunteer Fire Company, 90 E. Cross St, Galena, MD
- Kent County Public Library, 408 High St, Chestertown, MD
- Rock Hall Fire Department, 21500 Rock Hall Ave, Rock Hall, MD
- Kent County GOP strongly recommends against allowing someone you don’t personally trust to deliver your ballot (ballot harvesting).
How to request your Mail-in Ballot?
- Fill out a request form at Board of Elections office or online.
The Board of Elections office is located at 135 Dixon Dr, Chestertown, MD. - You have the option to automatically receive a mail-in ballot for every election by checking the box “I would like to receive a mail-in ballot for all future federal and state elections”.
- Otherwise, you will receive a ballot for the next election only.
- Kent County GOP recommends delivery “In the mail” as it is more secure, and NOT “Through email” or “As a fax” which are insecure.
- Request your Mail-in Ballot by May 7, 2024 to vote in the 2024 Election.
Is it secure?
- Yes! So long as your ballot remains in your control, with elections staff, or with US Postal Service.
What if I want to vote in person again?
- You will always be able to vote in person.
- If you have already received a mail-in ballot, then election staff will provide you with a Provisional Ballot and it may take extra time to vote.
- To stop receiving mail-in ballots, visit the Board of Elections office.
The Board of Elections office is located at 135 Dixon Dr, Chestertown, MD.
How do I know my Mail-in Ballot was counted?
- Maryland provides an online ballot tracker service.
Frequently Asked Questions
Maryland provides a guide on mail-in voting at: https://elections.maryland.gov/voting/absentee.html
Who can I contact with questions?
The Board of Elections office is your first point of contact for any election related questions or issues.
135 Dixon Dr, Chestertown, MD 21620
(410) 778-0038
In addition, Kent County GOP is prepared to help with any election questions you may have. Use our Contact Form to send us your questions.