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Page last updated by CRT on 15 February 2024
If a Dartmouth student becomes involved in legal difficulties (such as an arrest), it is that student's responsibility to handle the situation and cover any related legal costs as per the Principle of Community and Norms of Conduct for Off-Campus Programs.
Whether you are passionate about the cause or a curious observer, do not attend any political demonstrations while on program.Â
Not only do these events have the potential to escalate from peaceful gatherings to violent clashes with police and government forces, but your participation as a foreigner may also be illegal and can carry severe consequences.Â
U.S. students have been arrested, detained, subjected to fines and jail sentences, and forcefully deported due to their real or perceived involvement in demonstrations.Â
United States citizens who are legally eligible to vote in the US and at least 18 years old on election day have the right to vote from abroad.Â
The best way to vote from abroad is via votefromabroad.org.Â
This non-partisan organization provides the most straightforward way to fill out and submit your Federal Post Card Application (FPCA).Â
 Go to votefromabroad.orgÂ
Select the state you last resided in before going abroad and click âGet startedâÂ
Complete the five-step process and submit your Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) following the guided prompts.Â
Follow up with your local election office to make sure you had a successful submission.Â
Find your local election office by first selecting your state and then scroll down to the âFind Your Election Officeâ search functionÂ
You will receive your ballot 45 days before election day.Â