All Venezuelans will go out to exercise our right to vote in the presidential elections on 28Jul.
Voting is a right enshrined in the Constitution of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela. It is inalienable and the key tool for the perpetuity of democracy.
There is no official or person who can prevent a citizen, who is governed by the statutes of the National Electoral Council (CNE) and Venezuelan laws, may prevent him from exercising his universal right.
However, there are some explicit regulations in the electoral body’s regulations, such as the Organic Law on Electoral Processes, as well as minimum standards for voting centres, which must be taken into account in order not to lose this right.
Alcohol, weapons and attendance in the presidential elections of #28Jul
In Title IX regarding the act of voting on the Organic Law on Electoral ProcessesIn its article 128, it is clearly explained that the voter cannot enter the voting machine area accompanied.
Obviously, this regulation has its exception.
Citizens who serve as voter assistance for voters who need help will not be able to assist a second or third person.
He Article 129 specifically talks about the nationwide ban on the possession of firearms or knives.
Only military and police personnel assigned to the Plan República are authorized to carry weapons throughout the country during voting day.
He Article 130 prohibits the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages throughout the national territory.
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He Article 131 It talks about the prohibition of public meetings and shows, which are suspended for a period of no less than 24 hours before and after the voting process.
The clothing
Instructions on rules and dress codes are provided at each polling station, and it is recommended that you follow them carefully.
The use of clothing alluding to any political party when voting is prohibited. This is based on the regulations of Title VII of the Organic Law on Suffrage and Political Participation, concerning the electoral campaign.
Besides, It is recommended that you do not wear clothing that is considered inappropriate for the electoral event, such as shorts, short skirts, T-shirts, low-cut tops, etc., when entering the voting center.
Other items that are prohibited are helmets and sunglasses.
Destroying or taking electoral material
It is important to note that electoral material, such as ballots, tickets or notebooks, cannot be removed from the voting centre, much less destroyed. This may result in a criminal sanction.
Where to go if there is a crime during the presidential elections on July 28?
In every major electoral event in Venezuela, officials from the National Electoral Council, the Public Prosecutor’s Office and the Plan República are deployed throughout the national territory. This is to address any situation or anomaly during and after the elections.
In each regional and municipal headquarters of the CNE The Citizen Service Office (OAC) will be deployed to address irregularities.
Besides, Attorney General Tarek William Saab himself announced a few days ago that they have provided 1,236 prosecutors nationwide. These officials andThey will be on call 24 hours a day during the process on July 28, as well as in the days following.
The Prosecutor’s Office has set up the Citizen Service Office in its different locations. They will be operational in 24 states and federal agencies of the country, for this presidential election process of #28Jul.
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2024-07-28 15:54:58
