Device used to scan barcodes and convert the encoded information into a usable format. Barcode readers are used to scan codes on a variety of election materials including ballots, driver's licenses, voter ID cards, voter information packets, envelopes, and other election documents.
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Device used to scan barcodes and convert the encoded information into a usable format. Barcode readers are used to scan codes on a variety of election materials including ballots, driver's licenses, voter ID cards, voter information packets, envelopes, and other election documents.
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Barcode Reader. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 21, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/barcode-reader
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