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Michigan primary election: What are the poll hours, where is my voting location?

By Amber Ainsworth
Published 
2022 Midterm Elections
FOX 2 Detroit

Heading to the polls? What to know about Michigan primary election

The polls are open for voting across Michigan.

DETROIT (FOX 2) - The polls open across Michigan at 7 a.m. Tuesday.

You will be able to head to your polling place to vote until 8 p.m. If you are line by 8 p.m., you are able to vote, even if that means you cast your ballot after the polls close.

Read more election coverage here.

Due to a change in districts, your polling place may have changed. You can check where to vote by entering your name, date of birth, and zip code on a State of Michigan website.

Primary races to watch for Tuesday

Dave Spencer breaks down the big races to track in the Aug. 2 Primary in the first vote since districts across the state were redrawn.

This website also allows you to check your voter registration status, view a sample ballot, and find absentee ballot drop boxes. If you voted absentee, be sure to drop off your ballot at one of these boxes or your clerk's office. 

Related: What you're voting for in the Aug. 2 Primary

If you aren't registered to vote yet, you can still register in person at your city or township clerk's office. You have until 8 p.m. Tuesday to register, though if you intend to vote in the primary, you should do it sooner rather than later since the polls will be closed by then. 

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