Convicted Felon

[EZEtoGRU]

I'm not thinking of anyone in particular...but curious about what restrictions are put on a convicted felon.  Can they vote?  Can they travel out of the country?  Can they hold a passport?  Drivers license?

[Luv2play]

In the case of financial crimes, I imagine they would get audited every year by the IRS. Some felons are used to that however. Keeps their accountants and lawyers busy. 

[+ MysticMenace]

apparently - some convicted felons can possibly still run the country if elected 🤷‍♂️

[+ Vegas_Millennial]

16 minutes ago, EZEtoGRU said:

I'm not thinking of anyone in particular...but curious about what restrictions are put on a convicted felon.  Can they vote?  Can they travel out of the country?  Can they hold a passport?  Drivers license?

It depends on the county/state/City.  In NYC, it's a catch and release program where convicted felons are released back into society.  In some states, they take enforcement seriously and even contribute to building barricades to stop felons.  It's really not one answer fits all.

In many states, felons can vote from prison.  In others, they can vote without drivers license/passport/proof of citizenship/or identification of any kind.

[MikeBiDude]

Moderator note:

Obviously…there’s a major news story breaking here that’s of much interest. News is ok, political comment is not.

Just be very, VERY careful how you comment here. 

[pubic_assistance]

We all know who this is about ..so technically a political discussion. 

[+ FrankR]

27 minutes ago, EZEtoGRU said:

I'm not thinking of anyone in particular...but curious about what restrictions are put on a convicted felon.  Can they vote?  Can they travel out of the country?  Can they hold a passport?  Drivers license?

It does depend on your State and type of felony (Type A, Type B etc) Did you have a particular State in mind? 

Edited May 30, 2024 by FrankR

[+ sync]

A recent NYC jury has restored my faith in my fellow citizens. 🥳

[EZEtoGRU]

21 minutes ago, MikeBiDude said:

Moderator note:

Obviously…there’s a major news story breaking here that’s of much interest. News is ok, political comment is not.

Just be very, VERY careful how you comment here. 

I totally agree.  I hope you take names of those that try to drag this into a not allowed discussion simply because they want the thread closed.  

[Luv2play]

I read in the news reports that Florida is one state where felons are treated harshly. Moving from New York to Florida and establishing your residence there can backfire if you contemplate committing a felony somewhere in the country and happen to get convicted. 

[mike carey]

The morning news here commented that a felon can't vote, but a guest pointed out that in some states felons who are not in prison can vote. Two states, totally at random, where they can are Florida and New York. The guest also noted that a felon on probation is required to seek the permission of the probation board to travel out of state.

[marylander1940]

In some cases felons can't travel to Canada.

 

Crimes That Can Make You Inadmissible to Canada

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[MikeBiDude]

19 minutes ago, mike carey said:

The morning news here commented that a felon can't vote, but a guest pointed out that in some states felons who are not in prison can vote. Two states, totally at random, where they can are Florida and New York. The guest also noted that a felon on probation is required to seek the permission of the probation board to travel out of state.

Here’s a US state-by-state list of felons rights to vote, or not. Some states allow felons to vote absentee from prison.

https://www.ncsl.org/elections-and-campaigns/felon-voting-rights

[BuffaloKyle]

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Chad Daybell was found guilty Thursday of murder and conspiracy charges in the deaths of his first wife and the two children of his second wife in a case Idaho...

But today's newest felon Chad Daybell is never getting out anyway!

[+ azdr0710]

25 minutes ago, BuffaloKyle said:

Chad Daybell found guilty of killing first wife and second wife’s 2 children | CNN

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Chad Daybell was found guilty Thursday of murder and conspiracy charges in the deaths of his first wife and the two children of his second wife in a case Idaho...

But today's newest felon Chad Daybell is never getting out anyway!

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thanks.....I certainly knew this entire thread has been about Chad Daybell.......and I was very concerned about what rights Idaho felons can retain.........😉

[+ augustus]

You can certainly do anything once a silly meritless conviction is overturned on appeal.

[+ augustus]

3 hours ago, EZEtoGRU said:

I totally agree.  I hope you take names of those that try to drag this into a not allowed discussion simply because they want the thread closed.  

Says the one who started a "not allowed discussion".  Too funny.

[+ azdr0710]

4 minutes ago, augustus said:

You can certainly do anything once a silly meritless conviction is overturned on appeal.

the original question was if a convicted felon still has certain rights.....

[+ José Soplanucas]

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Now I am addicted. Hopefully, we will have some more. 

[+ augustus]

1 minute ago, azdr0710 said:

the original question was if a convicted felon still has certain rights.....

Yes. Nothing in the U.S. Constitution bars a felon from running for office, up to and including the top office.

[+ José Soplanucas]

When you ask to Chat GPT what a convicted felon can and cannot do in the US:

The rights and restrictions for convicted felons in the United States can vary significantly based on the nature of the felony, the state in which the felony was committed, and whether the felon has been granted any form of relief or restoration of rights. Below is a general overview of what convicted felons can and cannot do in the US:

### **What Convicted Felons Can Do:**

1. **Work:** 
   - Convicted felons can seek employment, though certain jobs may be off-limits, especially those requiring professional licenses or involving vulnerable populations (e.g., schools, hospitals).

2. **Vote:**
   - Voting rights for felons vary by state. Some states automatically restore voting rights after a felon completes their sentence, including parole and probation, while others may require additional steps.

3. **Own Property:**
   - Felons can own property, including real estate and personal property.

4. **Travel:**
   - Felons can generally travel freely within the US, but international travel may be restricted depending on the destination country's policies on admitting convicted felons.

5. **Education:**
   - Felons can attend college and pursue educational opportunities, though they may face challenges in securing financial aid.

6. **Get Married:**
   - Felons retain the right to marry.

### **What Convicted Felons Cannot Do:**

1. **Possess Firearms:**
   - Federal law prohibits convicted felons from owning, possessing, or purchasing firearms and ammunition. Some states have additional restrictions.

2. **Serve on Juries:**
   - In many states, felons are disqualified from serving on juries, though this right may be restored in some cases.

3. **Hold Certain Professional Licenses:**
   - Certain professions, especially those that require state or federal licenses (e.g., law, medicine, real estate), may be off-limits to felons, or they may require additional steps to obtain licensure.

4. **Vote (in some states):**
   - In a few states, felons permanently lose their right to vote, even after completing their sentence.

5. **Hold Public Office:**
   - Some states prohibit felons from holding public office, although this restriction can sometimes be lifted through a pardon or other forms of clemency.

6. **Receive Federal Benefits:**
   - Certain federal benefits, such as public housing or welfare, may be restricted for felons, especially those convicted of drug-related offenses.

### **Variations by State:**

- **Voting Rights:** 
  - **Maine and Vermont** allow felons to vote even while incarcerated.
  - **Florida** has complex rules involving restitution before rights are restored.

- **Firearm Rights:**
  - Some states have processes for felons to petition for restoration of firearm rights.

- **Professional Licenses:**
  - States vary widely in how they handle professional licensing for felons.

### **Clemency and Expungement:**

- **Pardon:**
  - A pardon from the governor or the president can restore many of the rights lost by a felon.

- **Expungement:**
  - Some states allow certain felony convictions to be expunged or sealed, which can alleviate many of the restrictions.

### **Additional Restrictions:**

- **Sex Offenders:**
  - Felons convicted of sex offenses often face additional restrictions, such as residency restrictions and mandatory registration with sex offender registries.

- **Restitution and Fines:**
  - Felons may be required to pay restitution or fines as part of their sentence, which can affect their financial situation.

Understanding the specific rights and restrictions for a convicted felon often requires consulting state laws and, in some cases, seeking legal advice to navigate the complexities of the legal system.

[+ azdr0710]

1 minute ago, augustus said:

Yes. Nothing in the U.S. Constitution bars a felon from running for office, up to and including the top office.

no, the original thread question asked if a  CONVICTED FELON  could vote, travel internationally, hold a passport, hold a drivers license....... we already know that CONVICTED FELONS can hold the top public office 

[+ augustus]

A "convicted felon" ain't officially convicted until the appeals process has run its course. They retain rights.  ha ha

Edited May 31, 2024 by augustus

[pubic_assistance]

22 minutes ago, azdr0710 said:

no, the original thread question asked if a  CONVICTED FELON  could vote, travel internationally, hold a passport, hold a drivers license....... we already know that CONVICTED FELONS can hold the top public office 

Fortunately the US judicial system has mechanisms to prevent people from suffering from clearly biased court decisions.

As we see above,  the ability to say that phrase "convicted felon" is being weaponized. So the court of public opinion may attempt to take away rights someone may otherwise have.

 

[BuffaloKyle]

49 minutes ago, azdr0710 said:

asked if a  CONVICTED FELON  could hold a drivers license....... 

I hope everyone knows a convicted felon can still drive. The trucking industry would be screwed if they couldn't! 😅

Now of course if convicted of drunk driving multiple times someone could forever lose their license.