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FL S1612
Joint Resolution
AI Summary
- Proposes constitutional amendment to Section 4, Article VI automatically restoring voting rights and right to hold public office for felons upon completion of sentence
- Excludes felons convicted of sexual offenses or homicide from automatic restoration; these individuals must have civil rights restored by the Board of Executive Clemency
- Maintains existing requirement that persons adjudicated mentally incompetent must have that disability removed before voting or holding office
- Requires amendment approval by Florida electors at next general election or earlier special election authorized by law
- Includes ballot statement explaining automatic restoration of civil rights for most felons upon sentence completion
Legislative Description
Restoration of Felons' Civil Rights
Last Action
Died in Ethics and Elections
5/2/2014
Committee Referrals
Ethics and Elections3/5/2014
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