What is the purpose of polling places?

Polling places are the locations designated by local election administrators for citizens to cast their votes in person on election day. The purpose of polling places is to provide a secure environment where the election process can take place without interference or disruption from outside sources. Polling places are typically located in public buildings such as churches, community centers, or libraries. In Virginia, all polling places must be accessible to people with disabilities and must comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). In addition, the polling place must be able to accommodate the expected number of voters, with enough space for voters to stand in line and vote in a timely manner. The polling place must also have sufficient electricity to operate the voting machines and be able to provide enough privacy for each voter to cast their ballot in private. Polling places are also responsible for counting and verifying votes on election night. After the polls close on election night, the polling places are responsible for transferring the ballots and voting machines to a designated elections office where the votes are counted and verified. The purpose of polling places is to ensure a safe and secure environment for citizens to cast their votes and to ensure the accuracy of the vote count on election night.

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