The U.S. constitution does not prevent convicted felons from holding the office of the President or a seat in the Senate or House of Representatives. States may prevent convicted felons candidates from holding statewide and local offices.
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Yes, as long as the crime both was not commited whilst in office, and was not a felony, violent, financial, or sexual crime.
@8VJVJMR3yrs3Y
Depends on the circumstances. The person might be a member of a marginalized group and convicted out of hate and inequities in the society & justice system.
@8T2MVY23yrs3Y
Depends on the severity of the offence
@95WYDFJNew Democratic2yrs2Y
Depends on the crime and how bad it was
@9ZHCGXD1wk1W
No, because they could cheat their way to a higher position in the government, and potentially affect rules and regulations.
@9VQSDXQ1mo1MO
Personally it depends on what crime was committed and how severe it was and what actions needed to be taken.
@9VHLKZC 2mos2MO
It depends on the crime. If it was theft then yeah they should be able to run for office but if it was murder or attempted murder then no they shouldn't be able to run for office
it depends how bad the crime was if it was little thing its not a big deal. But also people change
@9VFDL8Q2mos2MO
It truly does depend on the crime, such as if it was a money scandal, then I could see a problem with it.
@9V9R5P2Conservative2mos2MO
Yes, I believe everyone has the right to run for office because people commit crimes regularly, whether they are minor or major. People should have the right to run for office because humans change, and we don’t stay criminals forever.
@9V685J32mos2MO
Yes unless the crime was within the profession or the crime which would be bad was something they want to defend
@9TWK4RLConservative2mos2MO
I think it depends on the severity of the crime. For more serious indictable offences (assault with a weapon) I don't think they should be.
@9TQFC7D2mos2MO
Dependent on the crime however even if they are able to run regardless, it can affect the way people vote so it may not be a smart move to allow
@9TQ5P3T2mos2MO
Yes, but only if they pass psychological safety, general knowledge, and competency testing to ensure that they are fit to represent the country
@9TJDHNWNew Democratic2mos2MO
If they have served their sentence and if they have truly become a better person, and government should still keep an eye on them
@9TGGHPK2mos2MO
Yes, as long as they have served their punishment and proven they are now changed and eligible to run for office.
@9TFK7JC2mos2MO
I think it depends on the severity of the crime how long ago it was and if they prove themselves worthy.
depending on how bad the charge is and what is was for, for example if it was impaired driving or jaywalking i believe it would be okay. but if it were to be armed robbery or murder, i do not believe that person should have the right.
@9TC77NN2mos2MO
Yes, but it depends on the nature of the crime that was committed and cannot be committed while in office.
@9T9X43P2mos2MO
Yes as long as they are finished serving BUT I do think it depends on what the crime is. If it's ex. murder or rape then NO WAY should you be allowed to run for office.
@9T878LK2mos2MO
It depends on how severe the crime was as well as if there is standing proof that they have changed. Then yes.
@9T7VDX52mos2MO
Depends on the crime if you had like a speeding ticket yes but if your committed a really bad crime no.
@9SSPZP43mos3MO
Depends what it is. People as kids or youth make mistakes. If they had committed a crime, it wasn’t a persons offence, sexual, or fraudulent and they have done their time then yes.
@9SR7BTC3mos3MO
i think that if they comitted a victimless crime they can run, but if they did crimes that harmed other people they should not run for office.
As long as its not a felony ,financial or sexual crime and they have been finished serving thier sentence and are pleaded not guilty however I believe they should be able to run for office for a minimum of 2 years after the crime
@9QSGHLG5mos5MO
No, only if the crime was not major (felony, violent, financial, sexual), and they have already faced charges.
@9QQVM6K5mos5MO
I believe whether a politician convicted of a crime should run for office depends on the severity and context of the offence. Serious crimes like murder or assault can reflect poor judgement and should disqulify them, while minor offences like petty theft should not.
@9QQN2BL5mos5MO
Yes, however the crime's severity should be put in consideration. If the crime is something like theft under $500 let them run after sentence but if the crime is grand larceny then no because they are given to much power in office.
@9QQJ6PS5mos5MO
Honestly, it depends on the type of crime. Such as, 1st degree murder vs 3rd degree. (1st degree means it is completely planned and this person should not be running for office. 3rd degree is a bit more accidental, so they could be running for office, however, it will be difficult for them.)
@9QQF5BG5mos5MO
There should be a system in allowing politicians to run for office depending on the severity and public opinion on their criminal record.
@9Q2Y5ZM5mos5MO
Yes, so long as their criminal history does not pose a conflict of interest with holding a political office.
@9NQ7C656mos6MO
Yes, as long as they have received an official government pardon which determines that they have sufficiently reintegrated and repented.
@9MLGJ6Y6mos6MO
As long as it was not a violent felony, financial or sexual crime -and- disallow politicians that are under investigation for felonies.
depends on the background of the politician. as some clean collared can be framed in crimes. if not with clean background, free of corruption then such kind of a person should not be allowed.
@9MBPXTR7mos7MO
Yes, as long as they have finished serving their sentence, and can prove they are capable of moving forward and will not repeat same mistakes. They should also be monitored.
@9MB3VWL7mos7MO
Yes, but it cant be a felony, violent, financial, or sexual crime and the have to wait 4-10 years depending on severity
@9M7GJYV7mos7MO
Yes for non felony, violent, financial or sexual crimes as long as the politician has been honest and held accountable for it. If it's been a very long time (20+ years) then any crime as long as its been shown that a change has been made in the person's life and they've held themselves honest and accountable.
@9M4994W7mos7MO
I feel like it depends on what crime they did, like if they killed someone than know but if they just got caught with alcohol when they are under 18 and finished serving the sentence then yes,
@9LHMPCJ7mos7MO
In many democracies, the eligibility of politicians who had previously been condemned for a crime will depend on the nature of said crime, the time elapsed since the conviction, and any rehabilitation session demonstrated. Usually, the arguments in favour generally revolve around the regulations of redemption, which likely suggest suspects who served sentences should be allowed to participate fully in society. I would jest that this includes holding public office regarding anyone in that position carrying the burden of trust and responsibility. This ultimately led to the decision to allow ex-criminals to run for office as part of matters of law and public policy.
@9KTPG4N8mos8MO
As long as the crime is made public and they have finished serving all their time includung community service etc.
@9KQRSQ99mos9MO
No, and any politician that has received funding, gifts, or any other means of profit from private companies, lobbyists, corperate interests, private energy, religious groups should be under investigation for a crime with possibility of the death penalty
@9KN53CC9mos9MO
Yes, as long as it has been at least 10 years since their release from prison and if not sent to prison their conviction.
@9JRN26H10mos10MO
Yes, as long as they severed their sentence and not a violent, financial or sex crime and not committed in office
It depends on the nature of the crime, the severity, and whether the individual has been rehabilitated.
@9JK53DW10mos10MO
It depends on the crime.there should be a full and transparent audit open for everyone to view and then there should be a vote open to everyone to decide if they may continue and this should happen not be a 1 time thing for each crime committed
@9JGPMBY10mos10MO
As long as it isn't treason, a felony, violent, financial or sexual crime and the politician isn't currently under investigation.
@9JBXLXS10mos10MO
It really depends on the crime, and the nature of it. Though in the case of violence only if it’s out of self defence, and aren’t getting away with things like racism, ableism, or sexism when being PM.
@9J4QTKJConservative10mos10MO
No and there should be a certain and strict guideline/check list for individuals to complete to be able to run
@9HDV4JK12mos12MO
it depends on what crime. Anything like rape, kidnapping, murder or robbery should be where we draw the line.
@9HBK2PG12mos12MO
yes as long as they do a certain amount of good deeds like community hours and are proven to turn their life around.
@9H8Z6RJ12mos12MO
I believe that everyone deserves a second chance but putting someone in charge of many others that has commited a crime is just not ethical.
@9H6DTRT12mos12MO
yes, as long as it was not committed while in the office or as long as it was not a felony, violent, financial, or sexual crime
@9H2DR3T1yr1Y
it depends on the crime that he has done a big crime then no if a smaller crime then they should consider voting for him
@9GZNLRM1yr1Y
Yes, As long as the sentence is served and a psych evalutation is completed. And if the crime commited was not sexual or violent-extreme.
@9GPTXMR1yr1Y
maybe. Yes, as long as the crime does not impact their ability lead in an ethical and unbiased way. If we exclude candidates based on convictions groups that are over-represented in our criminal system will be systematically under represented by our political system.
@9GGH43D1yr1Y
Yes, but it is entirely dependent on the severity of the crime. If the individual poses a threat to the people/government, they should not be allowed to run for office.
@9GFVHJM1yr1Y
yes but the sentence must be done being served they must not be currently on parole and it cannot be commited while in office
@9GD6Z4W1yr1Y
Yes, however it is dependent on the severity of the crime and how long ago said politician committed the crime.
@9G4FX2D1yr1Y
No, and temporarily remove politicians that are under investigation for a crime until that investigation has been complete
@9G3LBVG1yr1Y
Yes as long as they are done serving there sentence and they have proven that they are fit for government work.
@9FYN54X1yr1Y
I would need proof that they are rehabilitated before they run for office. I do believe people can change for the better.
@9FW96MT1yr1Y
Difficult question. I belive all people can learn. Id say, if it was because of corruption and they just tried to hide it or deny despite overwhelming facts, then no.
Yes, as long as they have finished serving their sentence, and have been proven to be remorseful and reformed.
@9FPRCRK1yr1Y
maybe, depends on what crime they commited or if they are still a bad person
Yes, as long as conviction is public knowledge.
@9FP3QX21yr1Y
Yes, but only once they are found unlikely to offend again.
@9FFLRK31yr1Y
it really depends on the crime, it doesnt matter if they have served their sentence. if its petty theift then yes but if its murder and/or rape,then definitely not.
Yes, provided the crime was non-violent
@9FDTWFR1yr1Y
No, unless they were falsely accused
@9FDKFHH1yr1Y
it dependos what the crime was and when and wear
@9F6VH5Y1yr1Y
depends on the crime and if sentence is finished
@9DCWDPP1yr1Y
Yes, as long as the crime is publicly disclosed
@9D4TXT91yr1Y
Yes, depending on how many years it has been since the crime was committed.
@8TX4X5TConservative3yrs3Y
All depends on the crime. I believe people can rehabilitate. But I also believe that by making bad decisions you should lose some privileges
@9C9L9F51yr1Y
Yes, so long as it was not a felony, violent, financial, or sexual crime, and there is evidence of change.
@9XCL7LD3wks3W
Yes, as long as they have finished their sentence, and their surface could benefit our future society. Minor offences shouldn't be of much concern, especially if the candidate is the most qualified person for the job.
@9XCCXXJ3wks3W
No they shouldn't, because they did a crime and they should go to jail instead of running for an office job.
@9X95NG43wks3W
it depends because if they committed a major crime they shouldn't be aloud but if it was something small that they did a long time ago it is fine.
@9WXBPV84wks4W
depends on the severity of the crime if they were convicted of rape sex or embezzelement for example then no
Depends on the sevarity of the crime and their record. Also, it matters if the crime was committed in office.
yes, unless they have committed a first-class felony, are still serving time, or the crime happened withing the last 10 years and was a felony, violent, financial, or sexual crime
@9TZKMBH2mos2MO
If it was not a serious crime, and they have served their time and if it was not committed while in office, then they could be allowed to run for office.
@9TX8DMH2mos2MO
No, however in the case of President Donald Trump all of the charges were phony so that doesn't count.
@9SL8SK73mos3MO
Yes as long as it doesn’t define their character. Cases are complex and should be perceived based on the details and origin
@9S7FHS9New Democratic3mos3MO
The severity of the crime and when it was committed should come into play. If someone was a teenager and shoplifted something and then runs for office 30+ years later then I’m fine.
@9RPPNG74mos4MO
Yes, so long as he has paid his debt to society and his involvement in politics does not pose a conflict of interest of that his crimes were not related to his duties if elected.
@9RJ6K3V4mos4MO
Yes, but only so long as their criminal history does not pose a conflict of interest with their position.
@9RHBLGL4mos4MO
Yes, as long as it was not committed while in office, was not an election-related crime, and they have finished their sentence.
This is a complicated one because this could be weaponized by opposition to prevent certain people from being in office
@9QZCYDN4mos4MO
If their sentence is over, and it wasn't a serious crime, and it wasn't recently, then yes. Otherwise no
@9QVRTKN4mos4MO
Yes, as long as the offence was not related to corruption, espionage, or terrorism, and they are not a risk to national security.
@9LRJT4FNew Democratic7mos7MO
Seems like a case by case basis here, if someone stole something then fine but if they were violent then no
@9LLLSHQ7mos7MO
Depends on the severity of the crime and whether the person has truly rehabilitated after they have committed the crime.
@9LKHLWL7mos7MO
The trump administration has been placed under pressure after pointing out rigged elections, and left-wing ideology. Trump will likely win the 2024 elections, despite his criminal record.
@9LK2YSN7mos7MO
depends on the crime and motives behind it and if they have served time as well as changed as a person
@9LJVNVS7mos7MO
Depends on the severity of the crime. If they were caught speeding and got a speeding ticket at a young age, I would say "no". Some people learn as they grow.
@9L4XKWX8mos8MO
It depends on what the crime was, and when they did it. For example, someone who shoplifted when they were a teenager once and that was it and now they are forty feels fine, but if they have murdered someone a few years prior feels a little different.
@9L4PZ2KConservative8mos8MO
If they have nad a record of doing criminal behaviour no but they should still be able to run if they have 2 or less
@9L25NDMConservative8mos8MO
I think that it should be allowed: 1) if it was a wrong conviction 2) they should not be held with that one image in their life 3) if it has been atleast 5 years after the conviction
@9KZNG6Q8mos8MO
Yes, because there are different situations in life, and a person could be framed, or he could understand his mistakes and change, but if he repeated it twice, then no
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