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CEC spokespersons Dimitar Dimitrov and Tanya Tsaneva show the ballot
To the left of the ballot, squares 1 through 30 list the parties and coalitions registered to stand for election. The number 31 is available only in two districts with independent candidates. Then in the newsletter there is the last option “I do not support anyone”. Voters should know that if they vote in this box, their vote will be considered valid, but it will not affect the distribution of seats in the new parliament.
To the right of the ballot are the circles with the numbers to mark the preferences. To differentiate themselves from those of the parties, they are in three digits and start from 101. The majority – 132 are in the 23 MIR of Sofia, since it emits more deputies – 16 and they are the longest lists.
Marking a preference for a candidate is optional. However, a ballot in which only one number is marked in the circle, without a ballot in the square, is not valid.
Voting is done by marking X or V in the box and, if desired, in the circle with a pen written in blue. Any other sign and strikethrough invalidates the voice. In the event of an error, by voting with a paper ballot, voters have the right to receive another blank ballot. However, if they make one mistake again, they are not entitled to another.
The CCA recommends that the members of the commissions fold the ballot in two in front of the voter so that the upper end rests on the line below the “I do not support anyone” box, without closing the number at the lower end and the perforation above she. Thus, the places to stamp are on the outside. The committee member then refolds the ballot in the same way. After voting, the voter must repeat the folding method, as this will ensure the secrecy of his vote.
It is important for voters to ensure that a section committee member first removes the ballot from the head in front of them. It should be shown to the voter so that the voter can be sure that there is no mark on the ballot. Then a section member puts a stamp on one of the spots on his back and hands it to the voter so he can mark his vote in the dark room. Due to the pandemic, dark rooms will face an entrance to a wall when possible. This will prevent many people from touching the curtain.
After the voter votes, he must deliver the folded ballot to a member of the commission, who compares his number with that of the head. In case of compliance, a second stamp must be placed on the back of the ballot, but not displayed. Then tear off the perforation box with your number at the bottom, which is placed in the opaque box for the numbered segments. The ballot, sealed with 2 stamps and with a broken piece, is then given to the voter to place in the ballot box. The voter then signs the voter list and takes their identity document.
Due to the pandemic, upon entering the section, each voter will show their identity card and put it on the table where the commission is located. The goal is to prevent people from touching the documents. The advice is to avoid physical contact with commission members when taking and delivering the ballot.
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