Can convicted felons vote?
Yes. Under Amendment 51 of the Constitution of the State of Arkansas convicted felons can eventually have their voting rights restored. To become eligible to have their voting rights restored, convicted felons must have satisfied all terms of imprisonment, be discharged from probation or parole and have paid all applicable fines, court costs, restitution, etc. Once they have completely “paid their debt to society” convicted felons are eligible to vote. It is required for such a person to provide proof to the County Clerk that all of the above requirements have been met before their voter application is approved.
