SCOTUS Won’t Stop Florida From Barring Felons Who Haven’t Repaid Their Debt to Society From Voting. We guess Florida is no longer a battleground state?
The Atlanta-based Court of Appeals ruling could allow Florida to strip the voting eligibility of up to 1 million felons who have not finished their criminal sentences, paid outstanding fines, restitution for their crimes and other fees, The Hill reports. The decision is an impactful one with Florida’s August primary and the general election just months away. The 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals is continuing to consider the matter.
