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1. In a primary election, why do I have to choose a party?

Georgia law does not permit voting in more than one party's primary, so voters wishing to participate in the Primary Election must choose either a Democratic or Republican ballot.

2. What if I want to vote, but do not want to choose a party?

Voters may opt for a nonpartisan ballot. Nonpartisan refers to the office or a candidate, not the voter. The nonpartisan ballot will only include the nonpartisan races. You may view your sample nonpartisan ballot at My Voter Page.

3. Does my party choice in the primary have any bearing on my choices in the November General Election?

No, you are not restricted by party in any way during the November General Election.

4. If I voted in a particular party's primary, may I switch to the other party for the run-off?

No, when you choose a party during a primary, you may only participate in that party's run-off. You may not switch parties for the run-off.

5. If I don't vote in the primary, may I vote in the run-off?

Yes, if you don't vote in the primary, you have not selected a party preference and may vote in either party's run-off.

6. If I vote in the nonpartisan election during the initial voting, may I participate in a party run-off?

Yes, if you vote a nonpartisan ballot during the initial primary election, then you have not yet chosen a party. This means you are eligible to participate in either party's primary run-off.