Lawsuit Claims New Mexico Denies Voting Rights to Ex-Felons

A new lawsuit alleges New Mexico officials are improperly rejecting voter registrations from individuals with restored voting rights due to outdated data and burdensome requirements.

• The lawsuit was filed by Millions for Prisoners, advocating for those with past felony convictions whose voting rights were restored by a 2023 law.
• The law restored voting rights to nearly 11,000 individuals who have served their sentences, including those on parole or probation.
• Plaintiffs argue that outdated information from the New Mexico Corrections Department is causing eligible voters to be wrongly flagged as ineligible.
• The lawsuit challenges the in-person registration requirement for those with felony convictions, labeling it as overly burdensome.
• The plaintiffs seek a court order to update voter registration processes and forms, ensuring all eligible individuals can register ahead of the 2024 general election.

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