Ohio Secretary of State purges hundreds of non-citizens from voter rolls after audit reveals flaws, individuals given chance to submit provisional ballot upon proof of citizenship. Audit ongoing, may result in more purges as Election Day nears.
Key Points
499 non-citizens identified and removed from voter rolls
Individuals given opportunity to submit provisional ballot upon proof of citizenship
Audit ongoing, more purges may occur as Election Day nears
Pros
Ensures that only eligible U.S. citizens are registered to vote
Maintains election integrity and prevents illegal voting
Cons
Some individuals may unintentionally break the law due to mistaken registration