Wisconsin Judge Allows Electronic Absentee Ballots for Disabled Voters
Temporary injunction permits self-certified print-disabled voters to receive ballots via email for November election, raising security and administrative concerns.
- Judge Everett Mitchell's ruling modifies absentee ballot procedures for the upcoming election.
- Voters can self-certify their print disabilities to receive electronic ballots.
- The decision excludes the electronic return of completed ballots.
- Republican lawmakers and state officials express concerns over potential confusion and security risks.
- Clerks across nearly 2,000 municipalities must adapt to the new procedure before the election.