Voting Rights After a Felony in Massachusetts
How Massachusetts law treats voting with a felony conviction, from the state code and official state agencies.
Short answer: In Massachusetts, a person who is incarcerated in a correctional facility because of a felony conviction may not register or vote. G.L. c. 51, §1
| Voting with a felony conviction | In Massachusetts, a person who is incarcerated in a correctional facility because of a felony conviction may not register or vote. People convicted of felonies who are on probation or parole, or who have been released, may register and vote. A person may also be disqualified by law for corrupt practices in elections. Source: G.L. c. 51, §1 |
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FAQ
Can felons vote in Massachusetts?
In Massachusetts, a person who is incarcerated in a correctional facility because of a felony conviction may not register or vote. People convicted of felonies who are on probation or parole, or who have been released, may register and vote. A person may also be disqualified by law for corrupt practices in elections.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.