Legal Question in Criminal Law in New Jersey

Restoring Civil Rights

I was convicted approximately 12 years ago of Possession of LSD, with intent to distribute 2nd Degree NJSA 2C:35-5b(7). Since then, I served my time and completed my Parole requirements for this offense, and have no further obligation to the State.

My question is...

While filling out various applications (e.g. Registering to Vote), I encounter a statement saying I am ineligible if I have been convicted of a felony and my civil rights have not been restored. What does this ''usually'' mean...? If I was still on Parole or incarcerated I would not be eligible.


Asked on 11/03/02, 10:08 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Charles Aspinwall Charles S. Aspinwall, J.D., LLC

Re: Restoring Civil Rights

Convicted felons may not vote, serve on a jury, hold public office, become a notary, be bonded, possess firearms. Restoration of these rights requires a governor's or president's pardon. It is the conviction which prohibits the exercise of these rights, not your status under the conviction.

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Answered on 11/04/02, 1:25 am


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