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Absentee Ballot

Definition

A ballot completed and submitted before Election Day by a voter who cannot or prefers not to vote in person.

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Common Questions

What is a absentee ballot?
A ballot completed and submitted before Election Day by a voter who cannot or prefers not to vote in person.
What terms are related to absentee ballot?
Related terms include: Early Voting. Understanding these related concepts helps provide context for absentee ballot.