Audit Laws
State Summary
Maine does not require post-election audits.
Voting Systems Used
Maine uses hand marked paper ballots with optical scanners or hand count in polling places statewide, with ballot marking devices for accessibility. For the most up to date information please visit Verified Voting’s Verifier.
For an explanation on the types of voting equipment used, click here.
Audit Comprehensiveness
Maine does not require post-election audits.
Transparency
Maine does not require post-election audits.
Audit Counting Method
Maine does not require post-election audits.
Type Of Audit Units
Maine does not require post-election audits.
Contests & Issues Audited
Maine does not require post-election audits.
Addressing Discrepancies
Maine does not require post-election audits.
For recount laws see, Citizens for Election Integrity Minnesota website.
Timeline
Maine does not require post-election audits.
Binding On Official Outcomes
Maine does not require post-election audits.
Oversight & Conduct
Maine does not require post-election audits.
Ballot Protection
The warden of each polling place is in charge of making sure the ballot box is attended to during the election, at the close of which he gives it to the clerk, who is generally in charge of keeping it safe. For more information see ME. Rev. Stat. Title 21-A, § 628, §609, and §698.
Additional Targeted Samples
Maine does not require post-election audits.
Resources
Maine does not have post-election audit laws.