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Brazil prepares voters for election rules

Brasilia, Aug 31 (Prensa Latina) Brazil's Superior Electoral Court (TSE) has reiterated the key rules voters must follow during the upcoming general elections in October. Voting is mandatory for individuals aged 18 to 70, while it is optional for 16- and 17-year-olds, those over 70, and illiterate citizens.

One of the main prohibitions concerns the use of cell phones; to avoid relying on the device, citizens may bring the names and numbers of their preferred candidates written down on paper.

On election day, exit polling and gatherings of people wearing standardized clothing—indicative of a collective demonstration of support for candidates or parties—will not be permitted.

However, the individual and silent expression of political preferences through flags, pins, stickers, and t-shirts is authorized.

Legislation prohibits candidates and parties from offering transportation or food to voters in exchange for votes.

Individuals with disabilities or reduced mobility may receive assistance from a person of their choice during voting and may enter the polling station accompanied by a guide dog.

Additionally, Indigenous voters are guaranteed the right to express themselves in their native languages, even if they do not speak Portuguese.

Voters required to vote who fail to go to the polls must justify their absence online via the e-Título app or at an electoral office.

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