Egyptians have begun voting in the second and final phase of a referendum on an Islamist-backed constitution.
Supporters of President Mohamed Morsi say the constitution is vital to restoring stability and moving the country towards democracy two years after Hosni Mubarak was overthrown in a popular uprising.
Critics say the document is divisive as it favours Mr Morsi's Islamist allies and ignores the rights of Christians and women.
Egypt has been in turmoil for about four weeks, with protests over the president's powers and the draft constitution.
The latest street violence took place on Friday, when supporters and opponents of the president clashed in the Mediterranean port city of Alexandria.
Dozens were hurt.
The vote is taking place in 17 of Egypt's 27 provinces with about 25 million eligible voters.
The clashes Friday in Alexandria were the latest in four weeks of turmoil The first phase on December 15 produced a "yes" majority of about 56% with a turnout of some 32%, according to unofficial results.
The opposition has alleged abuses, and called for a re-vote of the first stage.
But the committee overseeing the referendum said their investigation had turned up no major irregularities.
Polling stations close at 7 pm (1700 GMT) but, with long queues forming at some stations, voting could be extended, as it was last week.
Unofficial tallies are likely to emerge within hours of the close, but the referendum committee may not declare an official result for the two rounds until Monday, after hearing appeals.
If the constitution is adopted, a parliamentary election will be held in about two months.
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