Florida Voting Rights Restoration

Misdemeanor convictions in Florida

Can prisoners vote in jail? Generally, yes.

You do not lose your right to vote if you are convicted of a misdemeanor in Florida. 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 not of moral turpitude in Florida

Can felons vote in Florida?

If you are convicted of a felony not of moral turpitude, you lose your right to vote, until the following conditions are met:

  • You have completed your sentence, including probation, parole.
  • Full payment of all restitution, fines, and other fees. Note: This requirement is subject to change, please see Next Steps if you have outstanding fees.

Felony conviction of moral turpitude in Florida

You permanently lose your right to vote if you are convicted of a felony of moral turpitude in Florida.  Your right to vote can only be restored by a formal pardon from the Governor.

Common felonies of moral turpitude include felonies involving murder or sexual abuse.

This is not a complete list of felonies of moral turpitude. If you are unsure if your conviction qualifies as a felony of moral turpitude, call or have a friend or family member call 1-866-OUR-VOTE for assistance.

Next steps for restoring voting rights in Florida

For felonies not of moral turpitude, if your sentence is completed, including parole or probation, and all restitution, fines, or other fees have been paid, you may register to vote and cast a ballot. 

For felonies of moral turpitude, you must apply for a formal pardon from the Governor to have your voting rights restored, only after your full sentence is completed, including parole or probation. For assistance, contact the Restore Your Vote hotline by calling (202) 857-0314 or (888) 306-8683 (toll-free) or emailing RestoreYourVote@campaignlegal.org

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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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