This bill amends Section 4-101 of Title 26 of the Oklahoma Statutes, which outlines the qualifications for individuals to register to vote. The primary focus of the amendment is to modify the eligibility criteria for convicted felons. Under the new provisions, individuals convicted of a felony will be eligible to register to vote once they have fully served their sentence, including any term of incarceration, parole, or probation related to that felony conviction. The bill also clarifies that individuals must not be currently on parole, supervision, or probation for the felony conviction to qualify for voter registration.
Additionally, the bill specifies that individuals who have been adjudged incapacitated are ineligible to register to vote, but those who are no longer deemed incapacitated can register. The amendment also maintains that partially incapacitated individuals may register unless specifically restricted by a court order. The effective date for this legislation is set for November 1, 2026.