Legal Definitions - absentee ballot

An absentee ballot is a type of paper ballot that allows a voter to vote before the official election day. This type of ballot is usually used by people who are unable to attend the polling station on election day.

For example, if a voter is traveling, sick, or has a disability that prevents them from going to the polling station, they can use an absentee ballot to vote.

Another example is if a voter has to take care of someone who is ill or physically disabled, they can also use an absentee ballot to vote.

The purpose of an absentee ballot is to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to vote, even if they cannot physically go to the polling station on election day.