Last Sunday's presidential election marked the first time that Costa Ricans could vote from abroad. But not many of them did -- and part of the problem might've been the major event occurring that same day in the United States, the Super Bowl.
Nearly eight out of 10 Costa Ricans registered to vote abroad in Sunday's presidential elections decided to stay home. This is the first time Ticos could vote from other countries, and the turnout was less than stellar.
On Feb. 2, Costa Ricans will head to the polls to elect a new president and members of the Legislative Assembly. Though non-citizens can't vote, Election Day is still an exciting civic event for anyone in the country. Here are a few facts you should know.