It is important to note that the ID clause in the amendment is all in current practice by the State of Michigan! Putting it in the state constitution prevents it from being taken away. I have included the actual language of the amendment below. Article 2, Sec 4(g) in the amendment ensures that a variety of photo ID’s meet the criteria. It also ensures that a person does not lose their chance to vote if their wallet is stolen a few days before an election. Notice it says “once registered” when referring to what ID is needed at the polls. Here is the voter registration form to show the state and federal requirements for ID to register. Here are the Michigan Voter ID requirements currently in effect . The affidavit has also been in place for several years. Here is the affidavit, in case you are curious. It is NOT the little paper we sign at the polls. The little paper is an application to vote that day. The affidavit is on the back of that application, and is used to ensure that the voter is telling the truth. Keep in mind that the election worker has the voter’s name, address, and signature available at the polls and has already checked them against the application and checked to be sure the voter has not already voted. The affidavit is a legal document that includes a perjury statement complete with fines and jail time.
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