Mail-in ballots are a voting method that allows individuals to cast their votes by mail rather than in person at polling places. Voters receive a ballot in the mail, which they fill out and return by a specified deadline. This process ensures that those who may be unable to vote in person, such as the elderly or those with disabilities, can still participate in elections. To use a mail-in ballot, voters typically need to request one ahead of time, often through their state’s election office. Once completed, the ballot must be securely returned, either by mailing it back or dropping it off at designated locations. This method aims to increase voter accessibility and participation in the electoral process.