Arizona mail in vote

Arizona allows mail-in voting, also known as absentee voting, for eligible voters. Here are the details:

Who can vote by mail:

• Any registered voter in Arizona can request an absentee ballot.
• You can request an absentee ballot for any election, not just general elections.

How to request an absentee ballot:

1. Fill out the Absentee Ballot Request Form (available on the Arizona Secretary of State's website or at your county recorder's office).
2. Sign and date the form.
3. Return the form to your county recorder's office by mail, fax, or in person.

When to request an absentee ballot:

• For primary elections, you can request an absentee ballot up to 29 days before the election.
• For general elections, you can request an absentee ballot up to 27 days before the election.
• For special elections, you can request an absentee ballot up to 15 days before the election.

How to return your absentee ballot:

• Return your completed absentee ballot by mail to your county recorder's office.
• Make sure to sign the envelope and include your return address.
• You can also return your ballot in person to your county recorder's office or a designated drop-off location.

Important deadlines:

• For primary elections, the deadline to request an absentee ballot is usually 29 days before the election.
• For general elections, the deadline to request an absentee ballot is usually 27 days before the election.
• For special elections, the deadline to request an absentee ballot is usually 15 days before the election.
• The deadline to return your completed absentee ballot is usually 7 days before the election.

Tracking your absentee ballot:

• You can track the status of your absentee ballot online through the Arizona Secretary of State's website.
• You can also contact your county recorder's office to check the status of your ballot.

Additional resources:

• Arizona Secretary of State's website: www.azsos.gov
• County recorder's office contact information: www.azrecorder.com

Remember to follow the instructions provided by your county recorder's office and to request your absentee ballot well in advance of the election to ensure timely receipt and processing.