Typically, voting rights are reinstated after a felon has served his time and completed parole or probation. In Article V, Section 2, the state Constitution states, per Alaska Statue 15.05.030, that felons involved of a crime involving moral turpitude lose their right to voice while under sentence, or when incarcerated or on probation or parole. Rights are restored after the entire sentence and probation and parole have been completed.
Offenses Considered Crimes of Moral Turpitude (CMTs)
Specific offenses that are considered to be crimes of moral turpitude (CMT) are –
- Murder
- Voluntary manslaughter
- Involuntary manslaughter, in some instances
- Rape
- Spousal abuse
- Child Abuse
- Incest
- Kidnapping
- Aggravated assault
- Robbery
- Animal fighting
- Mayhem
- Fraud
- Conspiracy
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Felon Voting Law in Alaska
After a felon completes his sentence, he is allowed to vote, provided he has also completed the parole and probation segments for restitution. Unlike other states, where restoration of voting rights may include a specific appeal to an office in the state, the felon only needs to register again with the Division of Elections. You can obtain general details by clicking this link.
How a Felon in Alaska Can Restore Their Voting Rights
If you are no longer serving a sentence and have received an unconditional discharge from supervision of the Department of Corrections, you only need to complete the Voter Registration for the state to reinstate your rights.
In turn, the Alaska Division of Elections must receive proof from someone supervising the discharge of your incarceration. If you have not received discharge papers or a letter to this effect, you need to contact your parole or probation office to complete the form for submittal with your application to vote. Click on this link for further details.
Other Resources For Felons in Alaska
Getting Started: If this is your first time to our website, we highly recommend that you visit our getting started page to understand everything we have to offer. You can do so by clicking here.
Jobs For Felons: If you’re a felon looking for a job in Alaska, we have all of the resources you need including job listings by city, companies that hire felons, and our own job board. Click Here to learn more.
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