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Legislative elections 2024: 7 things to know about proxy voting

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Exciting news! There are surprise legislative elections just around the corner (on June 30th and July 7th), and you're unsure if you'll be able to make it? Voting is essential to you, especially during this slightly tricky time? No need to panic, there's an easy fix, and we're here to assist you and give you all the details you need to secure this Holy Grail: the proxy vote.

While our lovely President has decided to surprise us with a last-minute election coming up in less than a month, it's all a bit chaotic. The registration deadline for voter lists (if you weren't already registered) was a bit scandalous to begin with - it closed just 24 hours after the election was announced on Monday. And with everything moving so quickly and the two rounds of voting falling right at the start of the holidays, many people won't have time to change their plans to go and vote. But fear not, there is a solution: the proxy voting system. Let us tell you all about this wonderful and helpful system that has the power to make a difference! Do you have to go in person to appoint a proxy? Well, to be honest, in most cases, unfortunately you do need to go in person at least to confirm your proxy. The process is pretty straightforward - you can fill out a proxy pre-application for validation at the police station (you can do it here) or fill out the CERFA form in person. The only exceptions are for those unable to travel, who can have law enforcement representatives come to them to confirm the proxy (or provide proof online), or lucky ones with the new format ID card who have validated their digital identity.town hall. But hey, for the rest of you, we assure you, it's not as complicated as it seems, it goes pretty quickly, and most importantly, it's really worth it, right? 🎉

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What if I can't find a proxy?

None of your close ones live near you? Your friends refuse to vote for you in fear of never speaking to you again due to political disagreements? You don't trust your family? No problem, there are (thankfully) other solutions to vote anyway! Phew! The first option is to contact directly the party of your choice, which will find you a proxy (but just to let you know, it doesn't work everywhere, and it's a bit of a hassle). The second option, much better, is simply to visit the Plan Procu - Vote website, which helps you to find proxies for you! Just enter some...Ding your polling station.And if you're searching for a particular profile, you've found it. Don't hesitate to sign up as a proxy, and feel free to mention your political preference if you'd like. It's all for a great cause!

Sure thing! Here's the translation: How many proxy votes can a proxyholder receive? To summarize in general, the answer is simple: one proxy vote per proxyholder. If we delve a little deeper now, it's a little more subtle than that, because in reality, a proxyholder can handle up to 2 proxy votes, with only one for a person residing in France. There are therefore 4 scenarios: 1 proxy vote for a person living in France 1 proxy vote for a person living abroad (link to article) 1 proxy vote for a person living in France and 1 for a person living abroad 2 proxy votes for people living abroad So overall, just assume it's one proxy vote per person, and you can't just all rush to your one friend who will be in Paris at that time. So what do we do in that case? Well, we refer to the regulations. Go back to the paragraph just above, to find another generous soul ready to help you out! [Click here for a giphy image related to this topic]How long can I appoint someone to vote for me? On paper, there are no limits, for a two-round election, you can submit your proxy requests until the date of the first round of voting. However, we prefer to warn you, it's better to get a little ahead of schedule, because the deadlines can be a bit long, and if you show up on Sunday at 5pm, it's not certain that the proxy will have time to go to the polling station afterwards. But if you have already submitted a request for both rounds at that time, it may still be validated before the second...It's true, and it's already better than nothing. But hey, we still advise you to plan ahead a bit, just to avoid getting into a jam.


Where does the proxy vote?

Let's keep it simple, because the answer is pretty straightforward - the proxy votes at YOUR polling station. When voting on behalf of someone else, that is. For their own vote, they vote just like everyone else. So, once again, Plan Procu website comes in handy, saving your parents from making a day trip from Paris to Narbonne... Whether you're voting for yourself or someone else, the process is the same - fold your ballot like a metro station poster, place it in an envelope the size of a postage stamp, and most importantly, do not tear it or write on it, or else the vote won't count. Most people are aware of this, but hey, a little reminder never hurts.


What is the validity limit of a proxy?

When you create a proxy, you are free to choose its duration. It can be limited to a specific date (for example, June 30th), to a specific election (for example, the 2024 legislative elections, covering both June 30th and July 7th), or cover a period defined by you, which can go up to one year. So, if you soon plan to go around the world in a van (apparently a must-do for every self-respecting young Parisian), don't hesitate to create a proxy before you leave, just in case new surprise elections are on the schedule. It doesn't hurt, you can cancel it at any time, and if you end up being there, you can still vote as long as you show up before your proxy! It's a win-win situation, right?.

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What do you need for proxy voting?

To request a proxy vote, you need three things, for both yourself and your proxy: personal details (name, surname, birthday), voter ID number (easily accessible on the government's website), and voting precinct, another piece of information that shouldn't be too hard to locate.

Hey there! Now that you have everything you need, there's no excuse not to head to the police station or gendarmerie to get ready. And if you're able to vote, please consider offering your services - it's important! Time flies by, so let's not waste any more time!