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Felon Voting articles on Democracy Chronicles

Felony disenfranchisement, determined separately by each state, is the practice of prohibiting people from voting based on the fact that they have been convicted of a criminal offence. Felon voting rights remain a controversial reform among many. Also see our section on American democracy and our Voter Access articles.

Legal Experts Baffled By Sentence For Registering To Vote

by DC Editors - February 12, 2022

Legal Experts Baffled By Sentence For Registering To Vote

A Tennessee activist was recently slammed an excessive six year jail sentence for registering to vote while on probation.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: Felon Voting, Voter Access, Voter Registration

Study: Felon Voting Rights Unlikely To Affect Vote Outcomes

by DC Editors - February 7, 2022

Study: Felon Voting Rights Unlikely To Affect Vote Outcomes

The findings suggest voting by incarcerated people is unlikely to affect electoral outcomes, in contrast to some assumptions.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: Felon Voting, Minority Voting Rights, Voter Access

Most Prisoners Can’t Vote, But They’re Still Counted In Voting Districts

by DC Editors - September 29, 2021

Most Prisoners Can't Vote, But They're Still Counted In Voting Districts

Although the least powerful, where prisoners are tallied in census numbers every ten years can sway political power in the United States.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: American State Elections, Felon Voting

How Best To Mitigate Prison Gerrymandering

by DC Editors - August 18, 2021

How Best To Mitigate Prison Gerrymandering

Eleven states have now pledged to using data on former prisoner home addresses to locate them for the purposes of gerrymandering.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: Felon Voting, Redistricting

Connecticut Restores Voting For Citizens On Parole

by DC Editors - June 25, 2021

Connecticut Restores Voting For Citizens On Parole

Connecticut Senate Bill 1202 amends a prior law requiring felons to complete their parole before being permitted to vote again.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: American State Elections, Felon Voting

New York restores voting rights to parolees

by DC Editors - May 9, 2021

New York restores voting rights to parolees

New York has joined 18 other states in enacting legislation that automatically restores voting rights to those who served jail time.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: Felon Voting, New York City and State Elections

The States Working To Expand Felon Voting Rights

by DC Editors - April 13, 2021

The States Working To Expand Felon Voting Rights

Bills expanding voting rights have been introduced in many states to tackle felon disenfranchisement which mostly affects blacks.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: African-American Voting Rights, Felon Voting, Voter Access

Washington Governor Restores Voting Rights For Parolees 

by DC Editors - April 9, 2021

Washington Governor Restores Voting Rights For Parolees 

Gov. Jay Inslee signed bill Wednesday restoring voting rights for Washington state parolees as soon as they are come out of jail.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: American State Elections, Felon Voting

Iowa Considers Bill Providing Felons Path To Restoring Voting Rights

by DC Editors - March 16, 2021

Iowa Considers Bill Providing Felons Path To Restoring Voting Rights

If a March 11 bill becomes law, people with felony convictions in Iowa with commuted terms will be able to vote again automatically.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: American State Elections, Felon Voting, Voting Rights Act

New Report Outlines Mississippi Voting Barriers Faced After Prison

by DC Editors - March 10, 2021

New Report Outlines Mississippi Voting Barriers Faced After Prison

New report shows Mississippians who complete their jail terms should have a straightforward path to regaining their voting rights.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: American State Elections, Felon Voting, Voter Access

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