It may be desirable to include a random sampling facility in a voter register database where random samples might be a feature of output products. Database software will usually have a random sample feature which can generate the necessary samples. Where a random sample is required by legislation or other guidelines, an election management body may wish to ensure that the functions can be satisfied by the software before it is purchased.
Some occasions where a random sample facility might be used include:
- Jury lists
- Selection of poll workers
- Research purposes
- Verification of party membership lists
