Ester Holzendorf's Blog – September 2010 Archive (2)

You have the right to:

1. Remain silent. Don't start trying to explain anything.

2. Whatever you say can be used against you if charges are filed.

3. You have the right to an attorney, and you have the right to have that person present during questioning. At any time during an interview you can stop talking and request an attorney, you have the right to do so. All questioning must stop the moment you ask for an attorney.

4. Do not…

If you were convicted of any felony in a state or federal court, you are barred from voting: (1) while incarcerated (2) while on probation (3) while on parole.

If you were convicted of a misdemeanor, you only lose the right to vote while incarcerated. If you were convicted of a felony or misdemeanor relating to election laws, you are permanently disfranchised unless you receive a pardon from the Governor.

Once you have completed your sentence, you can register…