If my felony is reduced to a misdemeanor, can I vote?

Probably. To vote in the state of California, you must be at least 18 years old and a state resident. You can even vote while you are still on probation. However, you cannot vote if you are in prison; on parole; currently serving a local state prison sentence in county jail; currently serving a “split” sentence (this is sometimes called “Mandatory Supervision”); or on Post Release Community Supervision ("PCRS").

For more information about where you can pick up an application to register to vote, or to register to vote online, visit California Secretary of State website.

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1. Can I get my felony reduced to a misdemeanor under Proposition 47?
2. What charges will make me ineligible for Proposition 47 relief?
3. Can I have my felony conviction reduced to a misdemeanor under Proposition 47 even if it is not a recent felony conviction?
4. I think I may qualify for Proposition 47 relief. How can I get my Napa County case or conviction reclassified as a misdemeanor?
5. Will there be a court hearing?
6. If I’m in jail and my case is reduced from a felony to a misdemeanor, will I get out of jail?
7. If I’m in prison and my case is reduced from a felony to a misdemeanor, will I get out of prison?
8. If my case is reduced from a felony to a misdemeanor, will I be on probation or parole when I am released from jail or prison?
9. If my case is reduced to a misdemeanor, will I still have to pay restitution?
10. If my felony is reduced to a misdemeanor, what should I put on a job, school, licensing, or military application if there is a question about whether I have a felony conviction?
11. If my felony is reduced to a misdemeanor, can I vote?
12. How does a reduction from a felony to a misdemeanor change benefits like student financial aid or HUD housing?
13. If I do not have any felonies on my record, can I serve on jury duty?
14. If I have my felony cases reduced to misdemeanors, can I own or possess a gun?