Voter Identification Affidavit

A Voter Identification Affidavit is a form that a voter may be asked to sign if they do not have the required identification documents with them when they go to vote. In some states, voters are required to show a specific form of ID, such as a driver’s license or passport, in order to cast a ballot. If a voter does not have an acceptable form of ID, they may be allowed to sign an affidavit attesting to their identity and eligibility to vote. The affidavit typically requires the voter to provide their name, address, and signature, and may also ask for additional information such as their date of birth or social security number. By signing the affidavit, the voter is swearing under penalty of perjury that they are who they claim to be and are eligible to vote in that election. Voter Identification Affidavits are a controversial topic, with some arguing that they are necessary to prevent voter fraud, while others claim that they can be used to suppress eligible voters who may not have access to the required identification documents.