The Brunswick County Board of Elections will begin logic and accuracy (L&A) testing on Tuesday, January 13, in preparation for the upcoming primary election. This testing ensures that ballots, scanners, and other components of the voting system are properly configured and functioning correctly.
“Before every election, we conduct thorough testing of our voting equipment to confirm it is ready for use,” said Sara LaVere, Director of the Brunswick County Board of Elections. “As part of our commitment to transparency, the public is welcome to observe the testing process in person or on our live-stream.”
During the testing, ballots for a mock election will be marked and run through the tabulators. The results are then compared to the expected outcomes for each contest to verify the system’s accuracy. A bipartisan team oversees the preparation of the machines and conducts the tests.
After testing, the team will reset the equipment to ensure no test information remains, and the equipment will be sealed with a logged security tag.
The testing is open to the public with limited space available. Those unable to attend can view the live stream on Zoom.
Daily testing schedule (beginning Tuesday, January 13, and continuing until completed):
- Tuesday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Wednesday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Thursday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Friday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Details:
- Who? Brunswick Board of Elections
- What? Pre-election voting equipment testing (logic and accuracy testing)
- When? 9 a.m., Tuesday, January 13 (testing will continue daily until completed)
- Where? Brunswick County Board of Elections office, 75 Stamp Act Drive NE, Building H, Bolivia, NC, 28451
- Questions? Contact the Brunswick County Board of Elections at elections@brunswickcountync.gov or 910-253-2620
- Watch livestream: Zoom Link