1. Your vote does not make a difference in the election

"We've had elections here in Orange County that have been decided by one vote, we even had one that was a tie," said Louise Vandemark, Orange County Board of Elections Democratic commissioner. 

While there's no presidental election this year, the concept of the electoral college sometimes throws people off because it's different than a popular vote.

"That rule itself might depress voting. But you never know what's going to happen. There's always a ripple effect with voting. So if you don't vote you really can't say what would have happened because if you voted, or more people voted, you could have changed that outcome," said Marty Shaffer, Marist College Political Science associate professor. 

2. You need a photo ID to register to vote, or on Election Day

It's false. 

"There is information that has to be completed on the registration form, typically it would ask for the social security numbers or another form of acceptable ID," said David Green, Orange County Board of Elections Republican commissioner.   

You will be asked for identifying information on Election Day if you did not fill out certain information when you registered. 

"If ID is required when you go to vote, if you didn't put your last four numbers of your social security card or your DMV number, there are other forms of identification you can use like a bank statement or a ulility bill," said Vandemark.   

3. Voting for a minority party candidate takes away from a primary party candidate

We got mixed responses. 

"Well of course because you're not voting for the person," said Vandemark.  

"It has to be a really close election for that to matter," said Schaffer.  

It's more about what the voter personally thinks is right. 

"If you feel strongly that you want vote for like the Green party candidate in New York State because of your ideology and beliefs, then you might to do that. You might not think the other parties are as pure on your issues," said Schaffer.  

Experts say Election Day is a key time to have your voice heard.

If you are eligible and registered to vote, they recommend you read about the candidates and make sure you are making an informed decision before you head to the polls.