Constitutional amendment; restoration of civil rights to persons convicted of felonies, etc. (HJ42)
Introduced By
Del. Joe Morrissey (D-Highland Springs)
Progress
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Introduced |
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Passed Committee |
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Passed House |
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Passed Senate |
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Signed by Governor |
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Became Law |
Description
Constitutional amendment (first resolution); restoration of civil rights. Authorizes the General Assembly to provide by general law for the restoration of civil rights for persons convicted of felonies who have completed service of their sentence including any period or condition of probation, parole, or suspension of sentence. The present Constitution provides for restoration of rights by the Governor. The amendment retains the right of the Governor to restore civil rights and adds the alternative for restoration of rights pursuant to general law. View Full Text »
Outcome
Bill Has Failed
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Comments
Why wouldn't anyone grant this? Restoration of rights ensures that EVERYONE's voice is heard.
Restoration of rights to a convicted felon who has completed their service of sentencing to include any period or condition of probation,parole, etc. should be automatic as it is in other states. Why would anyone not grant this right when our country was formed by the belief of "No taxation without representation", and the convicted felons are surely taxed by our government when they are released and are law-abiding citizens holding down jobs in our communities!