Yes, You Have A Right To Vote If The Polls Close When You're In Line

SACRAMENTO (CBS13) - Long lines to vote early greeted many people across the country over the weekend. The lines didn't seem to deter voters, however, as some states reported a record number of people voting early.

With the California voter roll growing to an all-time high of more than 18 million, polling places across the Golden State could easily see a crush of people like other states are seeing.

That being said, voters should keep in mind their rights - especially those who might be turned off by long lines.

According to the California Voter Bill of Rights, voters have a "right to vote if you are still in line when the polls close."

If your name is not on the list at the polling place, but you are registered and eligible to vote, you can still vote with a provisional ballot. The vote will counted if and when election officials confirm you're registered.

Anyone who suspects illegal or fraudulent activity has the right to contact elections officials or the Secretary of State's office, according to the Voter Bill of Rights. However, poll watchers must adhere to strict guidelines that govern what they can actually do at polling places.