Reply #7: Your state laws may vary

[NoPasaran]

In Texas one can be deputised as a registrar so we can assist the voter filling out the form (make sure all blanks are filled out) andthen turn the card in ourselves, not depending on the voter to mail it in. You may want to check with your local Democratic Party or whoever handles registration in PA for the details.

As far as not wanting to get in trouble... be bold! The worst that will happen is some authority figure will tell you to move on. While waiting for someone like that to come along, you'll probably have registered a few voters. Remember... it's easier to beg forgiveness than to get permission.

Sometimes we get permission from store managers to set up a nonpartisan table outside a grocery store. Sometimes we set up tables on public sidewalks. Sometimes we just hit people waiting at bus stops with a registrar armed with a clipboard. The important thing is to do something.