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House adopts resolution to restrict voting by those convicted of Utah felonies while under state custody
Summary
The House passed a resolution (HJR4) and companion mechanics bill to remove voting rights from those convicted of state felonies while they remain in state custody, parole or probation; floor debate centered on restoration mechanics, constitutional concerns and legislative vs. court roles.
The Utah House approved a constitutional resolution and discussed a companion bill intended to restrict voting while a person remains in state custody, on parole or on probation after a felony conviction in a Utah state court.
Representative Carl Saunders, sponsor of the resolution, said the measure responds to concern that those who "do not wish to abide by the laws and rules of that society" should not participate in choosing public officials while serving their sentence or supervision. Saunders said the resolution and related bill were vetted…
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