Georgia Voting Rights Restoration

Misdemeanor convictions in Georgia

Can prisoners vote in jail? Generally, yes.

You do not lose your right to vote if you are convicted of a misdemeanor in Georgia. If you are incarcerated for a misdemeanor you should check voter registration status, register to vote if necessary, and request an absentee ballot from office administrators at your complex.

You can vote while awaiting trial for any charge, even if incarcerated, as long as you have not lost your right to vote due to a prior conviction.

Felony conviction in Georgia

Can felons vote in Georgia?

If you are convicted of a felony, you lose your right to vote until your sentence is fully served. You can't vote while incarcerated, while on probation, or while on parole. Your right to vote is automatically restored once you complete your full sentence, including parole and probation.

You remain eligible to vote if you are serving a felony First Offender or Conditional Discharge sentence and your voter status has not been revoked.

Next steps for restoring voting rights in Georgia

If your sentence is completed, including parole or probation, you may register to vote and cast a ballot.

In all states, it's a felony to vote if your voting rights are currently revoked. If you are uncertain about your status from the information provided on this page, call 1-866-OUR-VOTE for more information.

 

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