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The do's and don'ts when you go to the polls

Posted at 5:49 PM, Nov 05, 2016
and last updated 2016-11-07 15:04:56-05

Election Day is November 8 and many of you may be wondering what you can and cannot do.

RELATED STORY: Missouri, Kansas voter guide

Here's a quick breakdown:

No hats, pins, shirts, paraphernalia are allowed within 25 feet of a polling location in Missouri. In Kansas, it's 250 feet. The only exception is bumper stickers.

You also have a right to vote if you're in line before the time the polls close. In Kansas, poll workers ask that you limit your time to no more than 5 minutes if someone is in line waiting.

Voters are encouraged to go online to see a sample ballot before heading to the polls.

If you make a mistake, no worries, you can ask for another ballot. Up to 2 replacement ballots are allowed in Kansas.

It is also illegal to take pictures of your ballot in Kansas or in Missouri. You can however, take a selfie of that voting sticker once you’re done.

If you feel intimidated in any way while at the polls, contact a poll worker immediately. You can also file a complaint with the Secretary of State.

RELATED STORY: Voter intimidation lawsuits filed across country

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