Wisconsin provides voters with access to a variety of election information, including ballot rolls, sample ballots, and lists of polling places. The municipal clerk is responsible for maintaining ballot rolls and keeping them up-to-date on election day. Voters can also register to receive a permanent absentee ballot 28 days before an election. On election day, polls are open from 7am until 8pm. Voters can choose to cast their ballots either in person at their designated polling place or by mail using an absentee ballot. MyVote is a website that allows Wisconsin residents to check their registration status, find out which ward they’re registered in and view sample ballots before the election day.    ^{Show Source Texts}

Dane County residents may also use the website to find valid voter photo identification and absentee voting information. Valid voter photo identification includes a driver’s license, state-issued ID card, passport or military ID with a photograph. Residents can also fill out an absentee ballot request form online or at their municipal clerk’s office and then return their ballots via mail or in person. If you choose to vote in person on election day, make sure you bring your acceptable voter photo identification with you to the polling place. If you do not have one of the valid forms of ID listed above, provisional ballots are available at the polling place for those who cannot provide a valid photo ID but can demonstrate proof of identity.    ^{Show Source Texts}

Voter registration in Dane County is available through a Registration Deputy or Municipal Clerk. A registration form must be completed, and a residence document such as a valid Wisconsin driver’s license, WI state ID card or current utility bill with the voter’s name and current address must also be presented. The deadline for registering to vote for any election is the 3rd Wednesday prior to Election Day.    ^{Show Source Texts}

Voters must provide their address, which is used to determine the municipality in which they will vote. Election inspectors and municipal clerks help registered voters by providing place information and late registrations. Each elector receives a ballot with candidates for each different municipality. To be an elector, one must register at their polling place prior to Election Day. The Dane County Board of Elections provides all of the necessary information for voters about registering and voting in elections. Any questions can be directed to the board or municipal clerks who are available to assist electors with any inquiries or issues related to voting in Dane County Elections.    ^{Show Source Texts}

In 2019, Dane County Elections was the first county in Wisconsin to conduct an all-mail election. During the 2020 election cycle, Dane County worked diligently to ensure that every registered voter was able to cast a ballot safely and securely. The Board of Canvassers verified over 95,000 records and found that 192 individuals were prosecuted for potential election fraud. The Election Commission also made it easier for voters to find their local polling places by updating information on their website and providing accurate voter lists. Dane County Elections also worked hard to make sure ineligible voters were not included on any lists, and absentee ballots were handled quickly with 300 votes being counted on Election Day itself. They are continuing to make improvements so they can provide multiple elections each year with accuracy and efficiency. To register as an eligible voter in Dane County you must be 18 years or older, a resident of Wisconsin at least 10 days prior to any election day, a U.S citizen who has lived at your current address for 28 consecutive days before registering and present proof of residence when registering at your municipal clerk’s office or polling place. Once registered you will receive a Voter ID card which will allow you access into any polling place within the county during elections; however if there is a change of address then this card must be updated accordingly otherwise it will become invalidated after 28 days have passed since the original registration date.    ^{Show Source Texts}

Wisconsin Watch also reported in October that Dane County had reviewed a random sample of 20 entries from the WEC list and found two examples in which someone was either still registered or had cast a ballot.” ⁴
    “Dane Countys review of about 1,000 records found 95 individuals who had voted, many in multiple elections, after being adjudicated incompetent to vote, plus another 23 who were still listed as a registered voter but had not voted.” ³
    “The voters identified from just Dane County cast more than 300 votes since 2008 — more than the 192 prosecuted election fraud cases over the past decade in the entire state.” ³

The Dane County Election Information provides voter registration status and access to information about county registers, local clerks and elections commission staff. All people adjudicated incompetent by a Wisconsin court must complete a special form before they are able to register, and this must be submitted to the county’s Elections Commission in Madison. Furthermore, the Commission staff can also provide information on how to register or update your existing voter registration.    ^{Show Source Texts}

According to Wisconsin Watchs, Dane County is one of the 13 counties that notify the state elections officials when someone registers to vote. Joel Despain, a spokesperson for Dane County Clerk Scott McDonell said they are committed to protecting voting rights and making sure that every eligible voter can participate in the elections. They are working closely with the Wisconsin Elections Commission and other county clerks throughout the state to ensure that all voting requirements are met. They also provide information on how citizens can stay up-to-date on election news and results, how they can request absentee ballots, as well as find their polling locations.    ^{Show Source Texts}

Dane County is committed to ensuring that the voting process is fair and accurate. Local election clerks work diligently to ensure that intentional illegal voting does not occur in Dane County. They work closely with Wisconsin law enforcement agencies to monitor voter registration and absentee ballots, as well as investigate any potential cases of ineligible voters trying to register or cast ballots. Additionally, Wisconsin Watch works with the county clerk’s office to provide nonpartisan investigations on voting rights issues in Dane County. To help ensure a fair and accurate election process for all eligible voters in Dane County, MyVote was created by the county clerk’s office. This online resource provides citizens with information about elections, voter registration deadlines, polling locations, and more. It also allows citizens to request absentee ballots from their home computers or mobile phones before Election Day if they cannot make it out to vote on time or prefer a mail-in ballot option instead of going into a polling booth on Election Day. The goal of MyVote is to increase access and convenience for Dane County residents while maintaining an ethical election process free from partisan manipulation or fraud through ineligible voters casting ballots illegally. It also provides educational resources for those who may not understand how the voting system works or may need assistance understanding their rights as an eligible voter in Wisconsin elections.    ^{Show Source Texts}

That creates a new wrinkle for some voters like Wake, who may be turned away the next time they go to the polls unless they go to court to ensure their voting rights are restored — and that information is updated on the state list.

Wisconsin Watch did not review every case, but a few that it did review pointed to human error, rather than coordinated or intentional illegal voting.

The issue first gained attention a year ago as part of former Supreme Court Justice Michael Gablemans partisan investigation into the 2020 election.” ⁴
    “He said the best website to check your voter registration or request an absentee ballot is on the Wisconsin Elections Commissions MyVote website.” ²
    “McDonell said issues like these create confusion, as voters who receive forms with incorrect information think it is an issue with the clerks office.” ²
    “Under Wisconsin law, voters do not need a reason or excuse, such as being out of town on Election Day, to vote absentee.” ⁰