In order to claim a lottery prize, you typically need to present the winning ticket at an authorized lottery retailer or submit it to the lottery office, depending on the prize amount. Smaller prizes can often be claimed directly at retail locations, while larger prizes usually require filling out a claim form and providing identification. For significant jackpots, winners may need to visit a lottery headquarters, and some jurisdictions allow for mail-in claims. Deadlines for claiming prizes vary, so it's important to check the rules of the specific lottery game.