If you vote early and die before Election Day, does your vote count? It depends on the state

By Jack Birle

Published October 31, 2024 3:08pm ET

The lead-up to Election Day can be stressful, and it coincides with the beginning of the deadliest time of year, so what happens if you cast a ballot early and then die?

Whether an early vote counts after a voter dies depends on the state. Some states have laws on the books in either direction, and other states do not have laws on the matter. Here is what the laws are in different states.