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What are my voting rights? Check this list before heading to the polls

Did you make a mistake on your ballot or do you need accommodations? Here are the important laws created to protect yourself as a voter and what to do if you experience or witness a violation.

A number of laws protect voters as they play their part in our democracy, so they can cast their vote confidently. Before heading to the polls on Election Day, here are the rights you need to know that protect you by law: To report a possible civil rights violation, you can report it to the Civil Rights Division online at civilrights.justice.

gov or by phone at 800-251-3931. To report possible federal crimes, including potential threats against voters, election officials, or election fraud, you can contact the FBI either online at tips.fbi.

gov or by phone at 800-CALL-FBI. This segment is part of a half-hour news special called Commitment 2024: Get the Facts . The special helps voters get the facts on the voting process and debunks election-related disinformation that could surface in the final hours before Election Day.

To watch the full special, check your local listing for air dates or watch on the Very Local app ..