How, When and Where May Qualified Voters Register? The procedures and regulations governing the registration of homeless persons are the same as those listed in the general information section.
Unique Considerations Tennessee election laws do not require that a qualified voter live in a building in order to register to vote. However, a homeless person must give a description of the location of his habitation which is sufficient for the registrar to determine the voter’s precinct, as voters may vote only in the precincts in which they reside. T.C.A. 2-2-122.
If a homeless person attempts to register by mail, the person should provide a mailing address at which mail may be received. The commission is required to mail registration cards to mailing addresses shown on by-mail applications. If the card is returned undeliverable, after two mailing attempts the registration becomes void. T.C.A. 2-2-115.
In addition, a homeless person should keep the commission office apprised of a current mailing address that is regularly checked. For example, a homeless voter may be able to use a shelter as a mailing address. Another option is to use General Delivery as a mailing address. T.C.A. 2-2-106.
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