MississippiMeasure would restore voting rights for one Pike County resident
The introduced measure would have restored Kynoa Trotter's voting rights after he completed sentences for two felony convictions, but it died in committee.
What it does
The measure would restore Kynoa Trotter's voting rights after two felony convictions, including nonresidential burglary and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.
Argument forRestoring this person's voting rights could let him take part in elections after completing his sentences and maintaining lawful conduct.
Argument againstThe measure might reduce the continuing electoral consequence of Trotter’s two felony convictions by restoring his voting rights.
More detail
The Legislature would fully restore Kynoa Trotter's right to vote. The measure covers Kynoa Trotter of Pike County, Mississippi. The text identifies two felony convictions: nonresidential burglary in 2017 and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon in 2019. The text states that Trotter completed his sentence and later lived as a law-abiding citizen. The restoration would take effect after the act passed.
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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 10Referred To Judiciary BIntroduced
Civil Rights & VotingCriminal Justice