Minnesotans who are on probation for felony convictions will be allowed to cast a ballot under a new law signed by Gov. Tim Walz.
Minnesotans who are on probation for felony convictions will be allowed to cast a ballot under a new law signed by Gov. Tim Walz on Friday.The law, which was approved by the DFL-controlled Legislature in recent weeks, will extend voting rights to an estimated 55,000 Minnesotans who had previously been barred from participating in elections.What they're saying:
Supporters say allowing people to participate in elections once their time behind bars is done gives them more say in their communities and may help reduce recidivism.Critics have argued that people who commit crimes should face consequences through the duration of their sentence, especially for more serious offenses.The issue has been the subject of intense debate at the Capitol and in the courts for years., saying it was up to the Legislature to change the statute.
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