A few considerations when a registered Florida voter is filling out their petition: * Make sure they're using blue or black ink. * For mistakes: Strike with single line to cross out, and initial adjacently (without writing over any other print). If ink is too dark from extra scribbling, or any other random markings on page (if someone started to write, crossed it out, and started again next to it), they must initial next to it. If they mess up in more than two spots, it might be better to discard paper and fill out a new one (call it “practice.”) * If the pen is low on ink it could cause illegibility. Always keep fresh pens. * Make sure signer’s handwriting is LEGIBLE and clear enough to identify relevant markings (including name, DOB, registered address with zip, and date of signature. If signature is simply a line without much inflection, it can sometimes be rejected.) * Do not write over any printed part of petition. * Go by the last address where you are registered to vote (check available box to update – optional) * Date of Birth OR voter registration number. Both are not necessary, but at least one is needed for petition to count. * If filling out voter information for another person, (who for example is disabled or has trouble writing with a pen), then the signature and date of signature MUST be signed by the person for whom it is written. Do not fill in by computer before printing. It's best to print blank petitions and write in by hand. * Person signing MUST be registered to vote in FL. Help them check their voter status online if you have time. * If someone knows they are not registered but plans to be soon, direct them to the website and have them print a copy of petition and mail it once registered. It’s more efficient, less costly, and better all around, to have a low percentage of invalid signatures. Carry cards with you and remind people to register, then print extra petitions for their families to sign while they're at it. They might appreciate the motivation. After all, you’re leading by example. * Many people won’t sign because they’re afraid to give their personal info. Always be courteous and grateful for their interest. Inform them that the data is confidential and sent only to the election office, it’s not shared with anyone else. Tell them you understand how they feel and if they still refuse, kindly direct them to the website to learn about the campaign. They can print from home or sign up to our email list for updates and reminders. They can still educate others and promote the issue without signing anything, it helps to raise awareness however we can. * Name used on voter’s registration - (FULL NAME -If it’s Robert, don’t use “Rob”) * Check that ZIP CODE and County is written and is in proper place (not, “FL”, or “USA”, the election office knows it’s a state amendment. Encourage people to read what they’re signing if they’re just rushing through. This instills trust and inspires more engagement in general. Also, important not to leave those lines blank.) * If petitioning at a festive event and people are drinking, be EXTRA VIGILANT that these instructions are followed and info is CLEAR and CORRECT. * Only knowingly sign an amendment once. Unless the rare instance where the person had to re-register since they signed the first time, and they don’t think the first one counted. Only sign once (some sticklers could consider double signing as “election fraud”) * MAKE SURE TO CHECK these instructions were followed BEFORE the person walks away. Yes, that takes a bit of getting used to if you have multiple people signing at once, but you want your signatures to count. You’ll eventually get into a flow and get used to the practice. * Always stay positive and remember why you’re here.