What if I’ve been convicted of a crime?
If you were convicted of a misdemeanor or violation, you can still vote, but you have to vote by absentee ballot if you’re still incarcerated. If you were convicted of a felony by a state or federal court, you can register and vote if you’re not currently incarcerated or on parole. If you’re on probation, you’re still eligible to register and vote. What if I’m homeless? You have the right to vote. You don’t need a home to register, but you do have to identify a place of residence (which can be a street corner, a park, a shelter, or any other place where you usually stay). You also have to identify a mailing address, but you can use the address of a local advocacy organization, shelter, outreach center, or anyone willing to accept mail for you. Can I get time off from work to vote? Maybe. If your work schedule would prevent you from voting in person while the polls are open, you have the right to take time off from work (up to two hours of which must be paid time off) in order to vote.
