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Early voting in Georgia’s presidential primary begins

State election will also use new voting system.
March 1, 2020

Georgia voters can cast their ballots in the 2020 presidential preference primary starting Monday, March 2.

Early voting runs until Friday, March 20, and every county will offer early voting on at least one Saturday, March 14.

Election Day is Tuesday, March 24.

Residents can vote at any designated early voting location in their county, but must go to their assigned precinct if they vote on Election Day.

This year will also see all-new voting equipment across the state. The new voting system combines touchscreens and paper ballots as the state works to improve election security.

Where to cast your ballots and other issues on the ballot as metro Atlanta counties prepare for start of early voting:

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