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Under California law, people with felonies or misdemeanors can register to vote
if they are out of prison and off parole.
This website gives detailed information on who can register, how to register, and how to vote.
In California you can Vote!
Cal.
Const. Art. II, §4: Cal. Elec. Code § 2101
How to Register: Click here for a Step-by-Step Guide
“I’ve always wanted to vote…It has always been
told to me that if you were convicted of a felony, you can’t vote.”
Ex-felon who has been off parole for 10 years, quoted in San
Francisco Chronicle, 10/6/2004
How to Vote: Click here to learn how to vote by mail or in person
“I thought people convicted of felonies lost their
right to vote. I see now it must be a common misconception.”
Retired Alameda County judge, quoted in San Francisco Chronicle,
10/6/2004
Who we Are ~
Voting Rights for All is a project dedicated to assuring that accurate voting rights information and access to voting are provided to California citizens convicted of a misdemeanor or felony. Our group is based in the San Francisco Bay Area and includes members from diverse communities and organizations.
We encourage local groups to reproduce and distribute the voter rights handbook .
Thanks to the many people who contributed their time and talents to produce this site. Original artwork contributed by Reverend Alan Laird. Special thanks to Michael Starkman and to Rainbow Graphix, Emeryville, CA.
For for further information or an electronic copy of the voting rights booklet contact info@votingrightsforall.org
Site updated June 2007.