MississippiMeasure would restore voting rights for one Washington County man
If passed, this measure would restore Robert L. Adams's voting rights after two manslaughter convictions and completion of his sentences.
What it does
The measure would restore Robert L. Adams's right to vote after two manslaughter convictions and completion of his sentences.
Argument forRestoring Mr. Adams's voting rights could let him take part in elections after serving his sentences; the bill says he has since lived lawfully.
Argument againstSome readers may feel that restoring voting rights after two manslaughter convictions gives too little weight to the seriousness of those crimes.
More detail
The measure would restore Robert L. Adams's right to vote. The restoration applies to Robert L. Adams of Washington County, Mississippi, who the bill says was convicted of manslaughter there twice. The bill says his manslaughter convictions disqualified him from voting. The restoration would take effect after the measure's passage.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Died
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Apr 15Died In CommitteeDied
- Apr 15Suspend from Deadlines by HC 64
- Mar 11Referred To Judiciary BIntroduced
Civil Rights & Voting