Restore Voting Rights to Returning Citizens
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The primary issue preventing many returning citizens (ex-felons who did not commit murder or felony sexual offenses) from getting their voting rights restored concerns the fees, fines, or restitution ordered by the judge at sentencing. However, there is hope in the form of two programs sponsored by the Florida Rights Restoration Coalition (FRRC).
FRRC Fines & Fees Program
This FRRC program provides a process to help returning citizens determine if they have outstanding fines and fees - but many returning citizens don’t about know it! FRRC has already paid off over $30 million in fines and fees in specific counties, including Broward County. By using the FRRC Fines & Fees Program process, returning citizens can find out if they still owe money.
For more information, visit https://floridarrc.com/fines-and-fees-assistance-program/ or call 1-877-MY-Vote-0 (1-877-698-6830) or scan the QR code in the flyer below.
Advisory Opinions
The other FRRC program helps returning citizens obtain Advisory Opinions. These are formal legal documents from the Division of Elections that clarify a person’s eligibility to register and vote after a felony conviction. After submitting the request, the state is required to follow up within 14 days if they need additional information and issue a response within 90 days after receiving a complete request. See the flyer below or visit https://floridarrc.com/advisory/ for more information.