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Voting Rights After a Felony in New Jersey

How New Jersey law treats voting with a felony conviction, from the state code and official state agencies.

Short answer: People with felony-level (indictable) convictions lose the right to vote only while they are serving a sentence of incarceration. Once released, they may register and vote, including while on parole or probation. N.J.S. 19:4-1(6)-(8) (amended by P.L.2019, c.270)

Voting with a felony convictionPeople with felony-level (indictable) convictions lose the right to vote only while they are serving a sentence of incarceration. Once released, they may register and vote, including while on parole or probation. The law lists no waiting period or application. (A separate rule applies to people convicted of election-law crimes whose sentence took away the right to vote while incarcerated.)
Source: N.J.S. 19:4-1(6)-(8) (amended by P.L.2019, c.270)

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FAQ

Can felons vote in New Jersey?
People with felony-level (indictable) convictions lose the right to vote only while they are serving a sentence of incarceration. Once released, they may register and vote, including while on parole or probation. The law lists no waiting period or application. (A separate rule applies to people convicted of election-law crimes whose sentence took away the right to vote while incarcerated.)

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.