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WY HB0263

WY HB0263
Restoration of voting rights-amendments.


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Introduced
01/31/2023
In Committee
02/01/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/06/2023

Introduced Session

2023 General Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT relating to criminal procedure; providing for the automatic restoration of voting rights for nonviolent felons as specified; making conforming amendments; repealing a provision; and providing for an effective date.

AI Summary

This bill automatically restores the voting rights of people convicted of nonviolent felonies in Wyoming upon completion of their sentence, including probation, parole, and payment of any fines and restitution. It amends existing laws to remove the requirement for these individuals to apply to have their voting rights restored and instead deems their rights automatically restored once they have fulfilled the terms of their sentence. The bill also repeals a provision related to the restoration of voting rights.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (5)

Last Action

COW:H Did not consider for COW (on 02/06/2023)

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