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Voter ID Laws by State
Voter ID Laws by State: compare 51 US states on 2 metrics.
LawPolitics & Government51 states · 2 metricsUpdated Aug 27, 2023Original page
5 sources
- Voter identification laws by state - Ballotpedia
- Voter ID Laws - National Conference of State Legislatures
- Voter ID Laws by State - Vote Riders
- The High Cost of Free Voter Registration Cards - Harvard Institute for Racial Justice
- A Helpful Guide to West Virginia's Voter ID Law - West Virginia Secretary of State
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 Alabama | Photo ID | Alabama requests voters to present photo ID while voting. Voting is permitted if two election officials confirm the identity of the voter. |
 Alaska | Non-photo ID | Alaska requests voters to present ID to vote in person. This does not require a photograph, only a name and signature or name and address. If a voter does not have an accepted ID, they can vote and sign a 'questioned ballot'. |
 Arizona | Non-photo ID | In Arizona, a voter must present some form of identification at the polls. The identification does not necessarily need to include a photo. A voter can either present a photo ID that includes his or her name and registered address, or two forms of non-photo ID that include the… |
 Arkansas | Photo ID | Arkansas has a photo ID requirement to vote in person. The identification must include the voter’s name and photograph. It must be issued by "the United States, the State of Arkansas, or an accredited postsecondary educational institution in the State of Arkansas." |
 California | — | California is a vote-by-mail state that offers vote centers for voters that choose to vote in person. A voter may be asked to provide identification at the polls if it is his or her first time voting. |
 Colorado | Non-photo ID | Colorado is a vote-by-mail state that offers vote centers for voters that choose to vote in person. Voters are requested to provide a valid form of identification if they choose to vote in person. If they do not provide one, they are required to sign an affidavit to vote on a … |
 Connecticut | Non-photo ID | Voters in Connecticut are requested to provide some form of identification at the polls - a photograph is not required. It is possible to vote without ID if the voter consents to signing a form confirming their identity. |
 Delaware | Non-photo ID | All Delaware voters are asked to provide identification and proof of address at the polls. Valid identification includes a Delaware driver's license or state ID, a signed social security card, or another document that identifies the person by photo or signature. A photo is not… |
 District of Columbia | — | D.C is a vote-by-mail but also offers vote centers for voters that choose to vote in person. Those that vote in person are not required to present identification, unless the voter didn't verify residency or identity when they registered. If this is the case, the voter does not… |
 Florida | Photo ID | Voters in Florida are requested to present photo and signature identification on Election Day. If a voter's photo ID does not display his or her signature, he or she will need to supply a second form of identification that does. A voter can vote on a provisional ballot if they… |
 Georgia | Photo ID | Photo identification is required when voting in person and by mail in Georgia. Voters can obtain a free voter ID card from any county registrar's office or DDS office. |
 Hawaii | — | Hawaii is a vote-by-mail state that offers vote centers for voters that choose to vote in person. Hawaii does not require voters to provide ID to vote in person. Bringing ID is encouraged to speed up to check in process at voting centres. |
 Idaho | Photo ID | In order to vote in Idaho, voters are requested to present valid photo identification. If they are unable to provide this, they can sign an Personal Identification Affadavit. Valid photo ID includes an Idaho driver's license or photo ID card, a U.S. passport or federal ID card… |
 Illinois | — | Illinois does not require voters to present identification while voting. The only exception is if a first-time voter did not verify their identity upon registration. In this case, any ID is valid. |
 Indiana | Photo ID | Indiana law requires voters to present an Indiana or U.S. government-issued photo ID before casting a ballot at the polls on election day. The ID must either be current or have expired sometime after the date of the last general election. As of 2025, Student ID cards are no lo… |
 Iowa | Non-photo ID | Iowa requests voters to present identification while voting. Voters who do not have an accepted form of photo ID may vote if another voter confirms their their identity or they can provide a combination of other documents to verify their identity and residence. |
 Kansas | Photo ID | Kansas requires a valid form of photo identification to vote. A photo ID does not need to have an expiration date, but, if it does have an expiration date, it must not have expired at the time of voting. If the voter is over the age of 65, he or she can use an expired ID. |
 Kentucky | Photo ID | Voters in Kentucky are requested to present photo identification before voting. Voters may alternatively sign a Voter Affirmation Form and present a supporting form ID. Kentucky also has a 'Reasonable Impediment' law that provides exceptions if a voter is prevented from attain… |
 Louisiana | Photo ID | Lousiana requests a photo ID to vote in person. Voters can vote without any ID if they sign a Voter Identification Affadavit confirming their identity, although this does not guarantee their ballot will count. |
 Maine | — | Maine does not require identification from voters, unless the voter didn't verify residency or identity when they registered and they are voting in a congressional or presidential election. If this is the case, the voter does not require a photo ID. |
 Maryland | — | Maryland does not require identification from voters, unless the voter didn't verify residency and identity when they registered, voters whose identities are challenged, or voters who registered or changed their address during early voting. |
 Massachusetts | — | Massachussetts does not require identification from voters, unless the voter didn't verify residency or identity when they registered |
 Michigan | Photo ID | Michigan requests photo identification to vote. Voters without photo identification may sign an affidavit confirming their identity and attesting that they are not in possession of acceptable photo identification may cast a regular vote. |
 Minnesota | — | Minnesota does not require identification from voters, unless the voter didn't verify residency or identity when they registered and they are voting in a congressional or presidential election. If this is the case, the voter does not require a photo ID. |
 Mississippi | Photo ID | Mississippi voters are required to present photo identification in order to vote in person. Accepted forms include a driver's license, U.S. passport, or photo ID issued by a branch or department of the state. Voters can obtain a Mississippi Voter Identification Card for free a… |
 Missouri | Photo ID | Missouri requires voters to present photo identification to vote. Government-issued ID can be expired up to 10 years. |
 Montana | Photo ID | A voter in Montana is required to present photo identification to vote. |
 Nebraska | Photo ID | Nebraska requires a voter to present a photo ID showing their name and photograph and it must have been issued by one of the accepted issuing entities. If a voter does not have an ID due to extenuating circumstances they may complete a Reasonable Impediment Certificate and the… |
 Nevada | — | Utah is a vote-by-mail state that offers vote centers for voters that choose to vote in person. Nevada does not require identification from voters, unless the voter didn't verify residency or identity when they registered and they are voting in a congressional or presidential … |
 New Hampshire | Photo ID | New Hampshire requests voters to provide photo identification to vote. If a voter does not have an accepted photo ID, they may vote if an election official confirms their identity. A voter may also sign an affadavit to vote on an provisional ballot. |
 New Jersey | — | New Jersey does not require identification from voters, unless the voter didn't verify residency or identity when they registered and they are voting in a congressional or presidential election. If this is the case, the voter does not require a photo ID. |
 New Mexico | — | New Mexico does not require identification from voters, unless the voter didn't verify residency or identity when they registered and they are voting in a congressional or presidential election. If this is the case, the voter does not require a photo ID. |
 New York | — | New York does not require identification from voters, unless the voter didn't verify residency or identity when they registered and they are voting in a congressional or presidential election. If this is the case, the voter does not require a photo ID. |
 North Carolina | Photo ID | North Carolina requests photo ID be presented to vote. A voter can alternatively sign an ID Exception Form detailing a reason for a lack of valid photo ID to vote. |
 North Dakota | Non-photo ID | North Dakota requires voters to present identification while voting. Identification must include the voter’s name, current North Dakota residential address, and date of birth. If a voter does not have a form of identification that includes his or her current North Dakota resid… |
 Ohio | Photo ID | A voter in Ohio is required to present unexpired photo identification to vote. |
 Oklahoma | Photo ID | Oklahoma requests photo identification to vote. A voter can alternatively vote through a signed provisional ballot if they do not have valid ID. |
 Oregon | — | Oregon is a vote-by-mail state. As a result, it does not require on-the-day identification from voters, since the voter will have registered and verified their identity and address to receive their ballot. |
 Pennsylvania | — | Pennsylvania does not require identification from voters, unless the voter is voting for the first time in their precinct. If this is the case, the voter does not require a photo ID. |
 Rhode Island | Photo ID | Rhode Island requests voters provide photo identification to vote. Alternatively, a voter can vote through a signed provisional ballot if they do not have an accepted ID. |
 South Carolina | Photo ID | South Carolina requests photo identification to vote. Voters can vote without photo ID if they sign a Reasonable Impediment Statement and present a voter registration card. |
 South Dakota | Photo ID | A voter in South Dakota is required to present photo identification to vote. Expired IDs are still valid. |
 Tennessee | Photo ID | A voter in Tennessee is required to present photo identification to vote. Expired IDs are still valid. |
 Texas | Photo ID | Texas requests photo identification to vote. Voters can vote without photo ID if they sign a Reasonable Impediment Statement and present a voter registration card. |
 Utah | Non-photo ID | Utah is a vote-by-mail state that offers vote centers for voters that choose to vote in person. If a voter chooses to vote in person, they are required to present unexpired photo identification to vote. |
 Vermont | — | Vermont is a vote-by-mail state that offers vote centers for voters that choose to vote in person. For those that vote in person, Vermont does not require identification from voters, unless the voter didn't verify residency or identity when they registered and they are voting … |
 Virginia | Non-photo ID | Virginia asks for voters to provide identification to vote. A voter can use a range of IDs including those that have expired. If a voter does not have ID, they may sign an ID Confirmation Statement to vote. |
 Washington | — | Washington is a vote-by-mail state that offers vote centers for voters that choose to vote in person. If a voter chooses to vote in person, they may sign a ballot declaration. Photo ID is only required if the signature doesn't match voter records. |
 West Virginia | Photo ID | Since 2025, voters in Virginia are required to provide photo identification to vote. A voter may alternatively provide a sworn statement by an adult who has known the voter for 6+ months, an election official who knows the voter, or the voter may be a resident of a State Care … |
 Wisconsin | Photo ID | A voter in Wisconsin is required to present photo identification to vote. Expired IDs in some cases are still valid. |
 Wyoming | Non-photo ID | Wyoming requires voters to present identification at the polls. Voters may cast their vote on a provisional ballot if they do not have valid ID. |
Quick answers
- Where does this voter id laws by state data come from?
- Rankodex compiles it from World Population Review and the primary sources it cites: Voter identification laws by state - Ballotpedia; Voter ID Laws - National Conference of State Legislatures; Voter ID Laws by State - Vote Riders; The High Cost of Free Voter Registration Cards - Harvard Institute for Racial Justice.