Help participants change their identities or relocate.
Remove or delete existing public records.
Offer legal advice.
Relieve participants of their legal or financial responsibilities.
What happens to mail sent to the substitute address?
The Safe at Home Program will receive all first class and certified mail sent to the substitute address and then forward that mail to the participant at their designated mailing address.
Non-US Citizens Not Eligible to Vote In Tennessee Elections
Q: Can non-U.S. citizens vote in Tennessee elections?
A: No. It is a felonyfor a non-US citizen to vote in a local, state, or federal race in Tennessee.
Q: What is the state’s process for reviewing voter rolls to ensure accuracy?
A: Under legislation passed in 2011, the Division of Elections verifies citizenship through a cross reference of our entire voter rolls with the information provided by the Department of Safety and Homeland Security to identify non-U.S. Citizens.
Q: What should Tennesseans do if they would like to report specific instances of suspected voter fraud?
A: If you would like to report specific instances of suspected voter fraud, contact our Official Election Hotline at 1.877.850.4959.
How do I apply?
The Office of the Secretary of State has developed an application form that must be used to apply for the program, which captures all required information and must be completed with the assistance of a Certified Application Assistant, who must also sign the application. The application must be submitted to the Safe at Home Program by a certified application assistant.