Abstract: The present invention relates to a system and method of maintaining maximum security and traceability of a vote while allowing convenience to a voter using electronic devices for elections. More specifically, this invention relates to an apparatus and method of controlling any Local, State, or National election process by the use of methods of an existing financial network wherein votes are cast by the transfer of local currency from the voter's account to the candidate's account. Only voters with valid bank accounts, using approved banking access conduits and methods such as ATM's, automatic teller machines, or personal computers with secure access to bank accounts can vote in this system.