Misdemeanor convictions in Nebraska
Can prisoners vote in jail? Generally, yes.
You do not lose your right to vote if you are convicted of a misdemeanor in Nebraska. 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 Nebraska
Can felons vote in Nebraska?
If you are convicted of a felony, you lose your right to vote until two years after your sentence is fully served. You can't vote while incarcerated, while on probation, or while on parole, and for two (2) years after you complete your full sentence.
Two (2) years after you complete your sentence, including parole or probation, your right to vote is automatically restored.
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