Confusion Reigns in Mohave County as Early Ballot Curing Calls Go Awry

In Mohave County, a series of mass calls and text messages aimed at voters regarding signature verification for early ballot affidavits has sparked confusion. Some recipients, including relatives of deceased voters, received communications relating to ballots they did not cast.

Lydia Durst, Mohave County Recorder, attributes the mishap to erroneous ballot lists utilized by “third party requestors.” She emphasized that numerous voters with early ballots marked as “Canceled” were affected and expressed their concerns about receiving these notifications.

“Many voters who have not submitted their early ballots are understandably worried,” Durst stated. Additionally, she noted that some families were alarmed to receive messages about deceased relatives’ ballots. She clarified that ballots designated as “Canceled” cannot be processed, and the early ballot curing deadline is irrelevant for those voters.

The Recorder’s Office has been inundated with inquiries from distressed voters who received the incorrect messages. To mitigate further confusion, the office urges that only individuals listed on the Curing List should be contacted in similar campaigns moving forward.

Voters wishing to verify their early ballot status can do so online at my.arizona.vote. Those with a status of “Pending Verification” must reach out to the Recorder’s Office by 5 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 10, to ensure their ballot is counted.