05/05/2026
Nelson County Clerk Jeanette Hall Sidebottom has released information regarding upcoming excused in-person voting for eligible residents.
Voters wishing to participate in excused voting must present a valid photo ID and meet one of the state’s approved criteria. Individuals are required to attest that they qualify under one of the listed excuses in order to cast a ballot during this period.
Eligible reasons for excused voting include being a caregiver for someone with an illness or disability, as well as personal factors such as age, illness, or disability. Additional qualifying circumstances include pregnancy in the third trimester and being out of town during all standard early voting days and on Election Day.
Excused voting will take place at the Nelson County Civic Center, located at 321 South 3rd Street in Bardstown.
The schedule for excused voting is as follows:
May 6-8 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm,
May 11-13 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Officials encourage voters to review eligibility requirements in advance and ensure they bring proper identification when arriving at the polling location.
