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In most states convicted felons are prohibited from voting, unless their civil rights are restored. Some states are moving toward an automatic restoration of the right to vote as soon as a person's sentence is completed.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 15y agoDepends on your current status. Details for all states are on the ACLU web-site at: http://www.aclu.org/votingrights/exoffenders/statelegispolicy2007.html#text
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∙ 15y agoI think Alabama is one, although it may simply prohibit felons from holding public office. Beyond that, I don't know.
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∙ 14y agoYou would have to determine if YOUR state restores your privileges to you, or not. Not all states do, and those that do, only restore certain ones.
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Can you vote if incarcerated in prison?
Maine and Vermont are the only states that allow convicted felons to vote while in prison. (by absentee ballot) Other states allow convicted felons to vote after they served their terms and in some states they lose their right to vote permanently.
How many convicted felons are in the US congress?
There are no convicted felons in congress. Felons can’t vote let alone run for office.
Can a felon vote in Massachusetts?
As of July 2014, a convicted felon can not vote in the state of Massachusetts. There are 13 other states that don't allow convicted felons to date.
Can a Va felon vote in a state that allows felons to vote?
You can only vote in your state (and district) of residence.
Can a convicted felon vote in Massachusetts?
Yes. Many felons in Massachusetts think they've permanently lost the right to vote and much of that misconception was created in the year 2000, when a successful ballot question removed the right to vote for convicted felons while they were serving their time. But as soon as a person is released, his or her right to vote is restored.
What are the Illinois laws for convicted felons to vote?
yes convicts are allowed the vote in the state of Illinois upon release from prison !
What states hire convicted felons?
There are companies in all states in the United States that will hire convicted felons. You will have a hard time finding a job but there are places that will work with you.
Can you vote even if you have been convicted of a crime?
This is currently a question that is being looked at in many states, but generally speaking convicted felons are precluded from voting. Best thing to do would be to call your local Supervisor of Elections and ask.
Can convicted felons vote in Oregon?
Oregon law allows a convicted felon to vote if they are on probation on election day, however if they are in prision on election day, they are not allowed to vote.
Why is there a two year wait to vote after a felony sentence is complete in Texas?
In many states convicted felons NEVER recover their right to vote. If you can't do the time - don't do the crime!
What level of government has primary poicy making for deciding whether convicted felons can vote in a presidential election?
Congress. States can also give back the right to vote.
Can a convicted felon vote in Wa state for President?
No, a convicted felon loses his rights to vote, hold office, own a fire arm and consort with other convicted felons.
