Voting Rights: Persons with a Prior Felony Conviction

Authored By: California Secretary of State

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This resource includes:

  1. Eligibility requirements for who can register to vote and vote
  2. Voting rights for people with a prior felony conviction
  3. FAQs
  4. How to Register to Vote
  5. Voting by Mail
  6. Additional Resources and Voter Hotlines

 

NOTE: Once you have finished serving your term, your right to vote is restored; however, you must register online at RegisterToVote.ca.gov or by filling out a paper voter registration card.

Last Review and Update: Apr 15, 2026
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