The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced it will monitor compliance with federal voting rights laws in Dallas and Palo Pinto counties during the upcoming general election on November 5.
U.S. Attorney Leigha Simonton confirmed that DOJ personnel will be deployed in both counties to ensure federal voting regulations are upheld.
The monitoring comes as part of a nationwide effort by the DOJ’s Civil Rights Division to support voting rights.
The DOJ’s Civil Rights Division will coordinate the monitoring, with staff members ready to assist state and local election officials if needed.
The division’s Voting Section enforces various statutes, including the Voting Rights Act, National Voter Registration Act, and Help America Vote Act.
The statutes are aimed at protecting citizens’ rights to access the ballot.
The division’s Disability Rights Section will also oversee compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), ensuring that voters with disabilities have equal access to polling places.
On Election Day, the DOJ will operate a hotline to address questions or concerns regarding possible voting rights violations.
Voters can report issues directly through the DOJ’s Civil Rights website or by calling a toll-free number (800-253-3931).
Those with ADA-related inquiries or complaints can contact the department through its dedicated hotline numbers or submit complaints online.
For any disturbances at polling places, the DOJ advises voters to contact local election officials immediately.
Incidents of violence, threats, or intimidation should first be reported to local law enforcement by calling 911, with follow-up reports made to the DOJ.