Get Free Voter ID Friday Morning

The RI Secretary of State's office will provide free photo IDs to voters who need one in order to comply with the state's new Voter ID law on Fri., Nov. 2, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Crescent Park Manor, 243 Crescent View Ave., in nearby Riverside.

The event is open to the public. This will be the last chance to obtain the special Voter ID before Election Day.

"The pervasive belief that identity theft occurs at the polls undermines the public's confidence in the integrity of our elections. An ID is required for opening a bank account or getting a library card. Doesn't the right to vote deserve at least as much protection," said Secretary of State A. Ralph Mollis.

Beginning this year, voters will be asked to show an ID when they vote at the polls.

Poll workers will accept a wide range of common photo IDs including a R.I. driver's license, state ID card, RIPTA bus pass, college ID and employee ID. Voters who already have an acceptable photo ID do not need the special Voter ID.

To obtain a free Voter ID, voters must bring proof of identity such as a Social Security card, credit or debit card, utility bill or government-issued document. The ID, which includes a color photo of the voter and the voter's full name, will be created on the spot.