Felony disenfranchisement is the exclusion from voting of people otherwise eligible to vote due to conviction of a criminal offense, usually restricted to the more serious class of crimes deemed felonies. Prisoners and those convicted of felonies have full voting rights in Canada.
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@52855FW4yrs4Y
no-we do not want felons deciding how our country should be run-if they wanted rights they would not have tried to take rights away from others
@9V4JT2C7mos7MO
Yes after completing sentence and parole and never for those convicted of murder or violent or sexual crimes against children
@9KDXF551yr1Y
erm actullay i thinbk voting is so stupid and is for adults concerned for others safety thrn their own
Only depending on their crime if it’s super bad no if you did something not so bad they can vote Don’t kill my kid then expect to vote. 🖕🖕🖕🖕
@9J63RNCConservative 1yr1Y
as long as their facility puts in the effort to educate them about the ideologies and platforms of the political candidates in running
@9H6GJSN1yr1Y
As long as the criminal can have a clear mind and be able to access such resources to ensure they are educated before a vote I believe they should be able to vote. This could be beneficial to them as depending on which government, they are able to have opportunities in society based on which government is in power.
@9F5KMPV2yrs2Y
Everyone should be able to vote. Criminals are citizens too and voting should be a right.
@96G7DKG3yrs3Y
Yes, so long as the convicted criminal has no criminal record involving politics
@95JY84J3yrs3Y
Yes, But it depends on the severity of the crime
@953THJ83yrs3Y
Democracy is a flawed system that gives NPCs too much power
@952NWZX3yrs3Y
Yes, except for those who are accused of corruption, murder and graft.
@93VMDLR3yrs3Y
Those convicted of crimes where the crown proceeded by indictment should have no right to vote.
@93CYYGM3yrs3Y
yes, if they are eligible for parol before the next elections
@936KWVL3yrs3Y
Only if they've committed petty crimes
@936JP883yrs3Y
unless they learn from their mistake and rehabitlitate
@8YTH6Q93yrs3Y
Yes, but only after completing a psychological evaluation and a political test like every other citizen.
@8VZCTFD4yrs4Y
No because they will only focus on voting for whomever is implementing less for crimes so they could have a chance to lower their sentence instead of voting for the overall good of society
@8VW89RZ4yrs4Y
yes, once they pass a psychological test first to ensure they aren't mentally insane.
@8VW674Y4yrs4Y
Yes, but only if their crime isn't serious
@8VVL23S4yrs4Y
They made the choice to break the law which should exclude their voting rights
@8VVCGMZ4yrs4Y
Yes as long as they didn't commit a crime that was violent in any way and after they have completed their sentence.
It depends on the person.
@8VS823M4yrs4Y
Yes, but only after completing sentences/parole/probation AND attend/pass a hearing from a court/committee that determines their eligibility for voting
@8VRKHHB4yrs4Y
Depends how on major the crime.
@8VQWPVG4yrs4Y
It depends on what the person is convicted for. If the person was convicted for hurting/harming children, murder that wasn’t self defence or a terriost attack.
they should be allowed to vote depending on what they did if the commit identity fraud then no
@8VPWFMZ4yrs4Y
If they learned their lesson and swore to never do a crime again
@8VP2WD94yrs4Y
Yes, if they are proven to be able to still think critically and make an informed decision.
@8VNXK2R4yrs4Y
if they have really changed then yes
@8VNWR384yrs4Y
if they can prove they're educated enough to make fair judgement
@8VN2H544yrs4Y
As long as they are a full citizen of the country
@8VJZW9WNew Democratic4yrs4Y
Yes, unless acts of terror/treason
@8VGKDB64yrs4Y
yes, but they should first have a background check. They live in the country too!!!
@8VF72444yrs4Y
Yes, as long as the crime they committed was not involved in politics.
@8VF6XBZ4yrs4Y
Yes, but only those who are mentally right.
@8VCTQ9F4yrs4Y
if they have received more than 10 years in jail they should not be able to
@8VC8W8L4yrs4Y
Yes, but only if they show active engagement in their community
@8V6RLGM4yrs4Y
yes, only with proof of successful rehabilitation and reintegration into society. (ex. reference from employer) Prisoners should not have voting rights in Canada.
@8V5N98L4yrs4Y
Yes, but only if it was non violent
@8V4RWF24yrs4Y
Yes, except for felons convicted of fraud, evasion, and like crimes
@8TW2RSNConservative4yrs4Y
Yes. Only after all crimes have been pardoned
@8TM7B2S4yrs4Y
Yes, except criminals who have been convicted of fraud, violent crimes etc.
@8TB3T3H4yrs4Y
depending on the crime sexual assualters shouldnt
@8T8VCSM4yrs4Y
Yes, but not for war criminals or criminals convicted of treason
@8SLXBK34yrs4Y
If it was a bad crime then yes
@8SG9PKP4yrs4Y
Yes, but should only count as half a vote.
@8RWBJNQ4yrs4Y
No, but minor offenders can after finishing all their punishments.
@8RRFS2Z4yrs4Y
Depending on your mental health
@8RMFXFD4yrs4Y
Yes, but only if they have served their sentences and parole/probation and are no longer a danger to society.
@8RJQ3LZ4yrs4Y
Criminals of the federal level (assassination attempt, murder of a head of state, treason) should NOT be allowed to vote
@8QRGDJR4yrs4Y
Yes, but only if the crime is minor, and has served their proper time.
@8QQYR444yrs4Y
Yes, but only after they are successfully rehabilitated back into society
@8QCF7DH4yrs4Y
Yes, if they are Canadian, if not no
I think they should have the right as long as they don't have any serious issues
Only if their charging wasn’t something serious
@8PW3MV4New Democratic4yrs4Y
Yes, granted they are of sound mind.
@8PJH4TZ4yrs4Y
Yes but only after becoming a functioning member of society again
@8PGZX6X4yrs4Y
everyone should have the right even if your in jail its your right as a citizen but that comes with rules like they have a cop with them
no unless it was a minor reason.
@8PDYTGH4yrs4Y
No because I feel they would make the wrong choice and not be mature for voting. But then again maybe they could smarten up and vote right.
@8NXXMVH4yrs4Y
yes, voting doesn't change a persons conviction. After their sentence is completed they may be released and use the governments assistance when necessary and pay taxes.
@8NWB7Z8Libertarian4yrs4Y
I don't believe anyone should have the right to vote, as democracy is incredibly flawed.
@8K65PJC4yrs4Y
Depends on how extreme the crime is. If its something like theft, then yes, if they were accused of murder then no.
Yes, but depending on the severity of the crime, make their vote worth less
it depends on the crime and time served
@8DYLKJ95yrs5Y
Yes, because they are a citizen too, and shouldn't be dehumanized. The only exception being if they were involved in terrorism, to avoid amassing voters for terrorist leaders campaigning. Then it should be determined how long that person has to wait to vote again, or if they get to at all.
@8DJ23XWConservative5yrs5Y
If their behavior in prison is good
@8DFNJCH5yrs5Y
Yes everyone should be able to vote but people accused of any child related crime. Paedophiles and people who cause real harm to children should have the worst conditions available.
@8D7XWHM5yrs5Y
Lost that right to vote when they committed the crime.
@8D784X85yrs5Y
yes, but have to be with guards just in case
@8CVX7WM5yrs5Y
No because they might choose someone who will give them the right to be free or to lower their sentences
@8CVVFY45yrs5Y
If the crime is not that bad, then yes, they should still have the right to vote.
@8CVBQXV5yrs5Y
yes, except for felons convicted of murder, violent crimes, or any sexual crimes
@8CS7JYB5yrs5Y
Yes convicted criminals should have the right to vote, along with educational programs prior to voting to understand the platforms.
@8CDN6ZZ5yrs5Y
yes except for sex offenders
@8C95LGZConservative5yrs5Y
Yes, unless they are a sex offender, murderer, or have done other violent crimes
@8C84VB55yrs5Y
Include both above: exclude muders and violent crime felons and convicted criminals must have completed sentences- no voting while in jail- lose the right..
Yes if the criminal comes from an ethnic background that has experienced systemic racism in Canada.
@9C656B32yrs2Y
Depends on the severity of the crime. Otherwise heinous criminals like killers or sex offenders should not.
if they are clean for a year, sure.
@933LMPX3yrs3Y
Yes, on completion of psychological assessments and questionaires assessing their political/sociological/ethical/mentalhealth and fitness and types of crimes committed.
@8VMR3VFNew Democratic4yrs4Y
Yes but only after a competence test
@8TW3XV84yrs4Y
Reflecting on the type of crime and the mental stability of the person. However, they should not be able to vote while in prison.
@8SLBSS84yrs4Y
Yes, but only on a case-by-case basis. Further, those who have committed extremely horrendous or violent crimes should not have the right to vote (i.e. murders, rapists, arsonists, etc.)
@8QQKGSF4yrs4Y
Depends on the crime, and the circumstances surrounding the crime. Should be a case by case decision.
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