Quick Guide for Voters in Jackson County

VOTE EARLY AT THE AUDITOR’S OFFICE

OCT 16–NOV 4
MONDAY–FRIDAY: 8am–4:30pm

 

Jackson County Courthouse
Auditor’s Office inside the east door
201 W. Platt Street, Maquoketa, IA
563-652-3144


Weekend hours at the Auditor’s Office:
Saturday, November 2, 8:30am–5pm


Drive-up Voting
During Early Voting times, park close to the Jackson County Courthouse, call 365-652-3144 to have staff bring a ballot to you.  You may also send someone into the Courthouse to request drive-up voting service.

ID is required for early voting

A government issued photo ID with expiration date is required such as:

  • Iowa Driver’s License
  • Iowa Non-Operator ID
  • Iowa Voter Identification Card (with PIN)
  • Current US Military
  • US Passport
  • Out-of-state driver’s license–with proof of current Iowa address

Note: most Student IDs can’t be used

Register to Vote & Check Your Registration

You can register and vote early at the same time

If your ID doesn’t show your current address, you’ll need to provide proof of your address. Examples:

  • Residential lease
  • Utility bill
  • Cell phone bill
  • Bank statement
  • Paycheck
  • Other government document

IF YOU HAVE NOT YET REQUESTED AN ABSENTEE BALLOT

Since the deadline for submitting an absentee ballot request is Oct 21 at 5pm, there is very limited time remaining to request one. Please plan on voting in person.

IF YOU HAVE YOUR ABSENTEE BALLOT or ARE WAITING FOR YOUR BALLOT

Return your ballot by mail:

Return your ballot as soon as possible —it must reach the Auditor’s Office by 8pm on Nov 5A timely postmark is no longer enough; the ballot must be received by the deadline.


Return your ballot by hand:

  • Hand the ballot to the Auditor’s Office staff at the Jackson County Auditor, 201 W. Platt Street, Maquoketa
  • Ask a relative to return your ballot
  • Call the Auditor’s Office for help: 563-652-3144

TRACK YOUR BALLOT HERE.
Questions? Call the Jackson County Auditor’s Office 563-652-3144

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5
7am–8pm

WHERE TO VOTE

ID is required such as:  One of the following

  • Iowa Driver’s License
  • Iowa Non-Operator ID
  • Iowa Voter Identification Card (with PIN)
  • Current US Military
  • US Passport
  • Out-of-state driver’s license–with proof of current Iowa address

Note: most Student IDs can’t be used

If you have moved

If your ID doesn’t show your current address, you’ll be asked for proof of address (paper or digital) with your name, current address, valid within the last 45 days. Examples:
  • Utility bill
  • Cell phone bill
  • Bank statement
  • Paycheck

Register to vote & check your registration

Make sure you’re ready for early voting! Whether you’re registering for the first time or verifying your status, it’s quick and easy to do online.

 

You can register & vote on the same day

Note: recently expired IDs are not accepted for same-day registration.

    Wednesday, Oct 16

    • Early Voting Begins Jackson County Auditor’s Office, 8am–4:30pm

    Thursday, Oct 17

    • Early Voting Jackson County Auditor’s Office 8am–4:30pm

    Friday, Oct 18

    • Early Voting Jackson County Auditor’s Office, 8am–4:30pm

    Monday, Oct 21

    • Early Voting Jackson County Auditor’s Office, 8am–5pm
    • Last day to request an absentee ballot

    Tuesday, Oct 22

    • Early Voting Jackson County Auditor’s Office, 8am–4:30pm

    Wednesday, Oct 23

    • Early Voting Jackson County Auditor’s Office, 8am–4:30pm

    Thursday, Oct 24

    • Early Voting Jackson County Auditor’s Office, 8am–4:30pm

    Friday, Oct 25

    • Early Voting Jackson County Auditor’s Office, 8am–4:30pm
    • Absentee ballots should be mailed by this date

    Monday, Oct 28

    • Early Voting Jackson County Auditor’s Office, 8am–4:30pm

    Tuesday, Oct 29

    • Early Voting Jackson County Auditor’s Office, 8am–4:30pm

    Wednesday, Oct 30

    • Early Voting Jackson County Auditor’s Office, 8am–4:30pm

    Thursday, Oct 31

    • Early Voting Jackson County Auditor’s Office, 8am–4:30pm

    Friday, Nov 1

    • Early Voting Jackson County Auditor’s Office, 8am–5pm

    Saturday, Nov 2

    • Early Voting Jackson County Auditor’s Office, 8am–5pm

    Monday, Nov 4

    • Early Voting Jackson County Auditor’s Office, 8am–4:30pm

    Tuesday, Nov 5

    • ELECTION DAY | vote at your polling place, 7am–8pm

    1st Precinct

    Community Center, Basement View Map and Driving Directions
    1700 State St.
    Bellevue, IA 52031

    Township: Bellevue
    Includes: Bellevue City


    2nd Precinct

    Recreation Center View Map and Driving Directions
    523 Elm St.
    LaMotte, IA 52054
    Townships: Tete des Morts, Prairie Springs, and Richland
    Includes: St. Donatus and LaMotte Cities

    3rd Precinct

    st. Lawrence Comm. Hall-Otter Creek View Map and Driving Directions
    17374 Bellevue-Cascade Rd.
    Zwingle, IA 52079
    Townships: Brandon, Butler, Otter Creek
    Includes: Part of Zwingle City in Jackson County

    4th Precinct

    City Hall View Map and Driving Directions
    11 E. Main St.
    Springbrook, IA 52075
    Township: Farmers Creek and Perry
    Includes: Andrew City

    5th Precinct

    City Hall View Map and Driving Directions
    101 E. Main St.
    Springbrook, IA 52075
    Townships: Jackson, Washington
    Includes: Springbrook City

    6th Precinct

    Fairgrounds-Pearson Center View Map and Driving Directions
    1212 E. Quarry St.
    Maquoketa, IA 52060
    Townships: Monmouth, South Fork, Maquoketa
    Includes: Baldwin and Monmouth Cities

    7th Precinct

    Community Hall View Map and Driving Directions
    52 W. Gillet St.
    Preston, IA 52069
    Townships: Fairfield, VanBuren, Iowa
    Includes: Spragueville, Preston, and Miles Cities

    8th Precinct

    City Hall View Map and Driving Directions
    411 Broad St.
    Sabula, IA 52070
    Township: Union
    Includes: Sabula City

    9th Precinct

    Fairgrounds-Pearson Center View Map and Driving Directions
    1212 E. Quarry St.
    Maquoketa, IA 52060
    Includes: First Ward of Maquoketa

    10th Precinct

    Fairgrounds-Pearson Center View Map and Driving Directions
    1212 E. Quarry St.
    Maquoketa, IA 52060
    Includes: Second Ward of Maquoketa

    11th Precinct

    Fairgrounds-Pearson Center View Map and Driving Directions
    1212 E. Quarry St.
    Maquoketa, IA 52060
    Includes: Third Ward of Maquoketa

    12th Precinct

    Fairgrounds-Pearson Center View Map and Driving Directions
    1212 E. Quarry St.
    Maquoketa, IA 52060
    Includes: Forth Ward of Maquoketa

    13th Precinct

    Fairgrounds-Pearson Center View Map and Driving Directions
    1212 E. Quarry St.
    Maquoketa, IA 52060
    Includes: Fifth Ward of Maquoketa