HELP RESTORE RETURNING CITIZENS
We are committed to ending the disenfranchisement and discrimination against people with convictions.
HELP RESTORE RETURNING CITIZENS
Committed to ending the disenfranchisement and discrimination against people with convictions.
FRRC Bail Fund
Help Floridians Jailed for Voting
This is a vital moment for our movement here in Florida!
FRRC passed Amendment 4 in 2018 so that people with past convictions could vote. Now the State of Florida is arresting returning citizens for voting even though the State of Florida has failed to invest in election infrastructure to maintain the voter rolls. Many returning citizens cannot afford bail, which stops them from working, caring for their families, and contributing to their community. You can help by donating here:
FRRC Legal Defense Fund
Help Floridians Criminally Charged for Voting
We need your help to protect democracy!
At this very moment, many returning citizens cannot afford the proper defense, forcing them to accept unjust plea bargains and lengthy prison sentences simply for wanting to participate in democracy. You can help returning citizens with their legal defense by donating here:
OUR POLICY PLATFORM
FRRC’s platform is informed by the lived experiences of returning citizens from all walks of life, political persuasions, and regions of the state. Nearly 7,000 returning citizens filled out FRRC surveys, outlining the priorities and values of Florida’s returning citizen community.
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Opportunity
Remove barriers to employment, housing, education, and driver licensing
Reentry
Enact Reentry Policies That Promote Community Reintegration, Safer Neighborhoods, and Personal Dignity
Decarceration
Produce Decarceration and Sentencing Reform
Accountability
Enact Prosecutorial, Policing, and Court Accountability
Supervision
Implement Prison, Jail, and Supervision Reforms
Democracy
Ensure Full Access to Democracy
Bail & Legal
Defense Funds
Help Floridians
Jailed for Voting
FRRC passed Amendment 4 in 2018 so people with past convictions could vote. Now the State of Florida is arresting returning citizens (formerly convicted persons) for voting. Many returning citizens cannot afford bail or legal defense, forcing them to accept unjust plea bargains and lengthy prison sentences simply for wanting to participate in democracy. You can help by donating here:
Bail & Legal Defense Fund
Help Floridians Jailed for Voting
FRRC passed Amendment 4 in 2018 so people with past convictions could vote. Now the State of Florida is arresting returning citizens (formerly convicted persons) for voting. Many returning citizens cannot afford bail or legal defense, forcing them to accept unjust plea bargains and lengthy prison sentences simply for wanting to participate in democracy. You can help by donating here:
Our Policy Platform
FRRC’s platform is a blueprint for the policies that we will work to enact moving forward.
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Our Policy Platform
FRRC’s platform is a blueprint for the policies that we will work to enact moving forward.
Press the arrows to scroll and press the center square button to learn more.
News, Commentary, & Podcasts
Learn what’s new with FRRC.
News, Commentary, & Podcasts
Learn what’s new with FRRC.
NEWS
September 18, 2022 – Angel Sanchez spent 12 years behind bars for his crimes as a member of a Miami street gang. He spent the next 11 years making up for lost time studying law…
Redemption Story: One Man’s Legal Journey from Behind Prison Bars to Being Admitted to the Bar
By: David C. Adams, UNIVISION News Reporter
Learn More →
Blog
September 16, 2022 – “Connecting with others gives us a sense of inclusion, connection, interaction, safety, and community.”
Connections are the New Currency
FRRC 10th Anniversary Convening Recap
By: Chasman Barnes, FRRC Policy Department
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OFFICIAL STATEMENT
August 19, 2022 – In recent weeks, numerous returning citizens in the state have been charged or arrested after being registered to vote by their local supervisor of elections.
Florida Rights Restoration Coalition (FRRC) Issues Statement on Voter Fraud Arrests Announcement by Governor DeSantis
By: FRRC Communications
Learn More →
New Special Episode
Celebrating 10 Years of Progress & Reflecting on the 2022 Convening
With hosts Desmond Meade and Neil Volz
Listen →
NEWS, COMMENTARY, & PODCASTS
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NEWS
September 18, 2022 – Angel Sanchez spent 12 years behind bars for his crimes as a member of a Miami street gang. He spent the next 11 years making up for lost time studying law…
Blog
September 16, 2022 – “Connecting with others gives us a sense of inclusion, connection, interaction, safety, and community.”
OFFICIAL STATEMENT
August 19, 2022 – In recent weeks, numerous returning citizens in the state have been charged or arrested after being registered to vote by their local supervisor of elections.
Redemption Story: One Man’s Legal Journey from Behind Prison Bars to Being Admitted to the Bar
By: David C. Adams, UNIVISION News Reporter
Connections are the New Currency
FRRC 10th Anniversary Convening Recap
By: Chasman Barnes, FRRC Policy Department
Florida Rights Restoration Coalition (FRRC) Issues Statement on Voter Fraud Arrests Announcement by Governor DeSantis
By: FRRC Communications
New Special Episode
Celebrating 10 Years of Progress & Reflecting on the 2022 Convening
With hosts Desmond Meade and Neil Volz
Body Count
The Political
Geography of
Mass Incarceration
Learn how prison gerrymandering diverts voting power & reentry resources away from communities where returning citizens & their directly impacted loved ones live.
Body Count
The Political Geography of Mass Incarceration
Learn how prison gerrymandering diverts voting power & reentry resources away from communities where returning citizens & their directly impacted loved ones live.
NEED HELP WITH FINES AND FEES
If you have a past conviction in Florida and want to register to vote, but still owe fines and fees as part of your sentence, FRRC is working to remove those financial barriers all across the state.
Need help with fines and fees?
If you have a past conviction in Florida and want to register to vote, but still owe fines and fees as part of your sentence, FRRC is working to remove those financial barriers all across the state.
BODY COUNT
The Political Geography of Mass Incarceration
Learn how prison gerrymandering diverts voting power & reentry resources away from communities where returning citizens & their directly impacted loved ones live.
FRRC IN ACTION
Check out the latest from FRRC by watching our videos!
WE MADE HISTORY!
The FRRC passed Amendment 4, which restored voting rights to over 1.4 million Returning Citizens (people with past convictions). Right now, if you are impacted like us, and have completed all terms of your sentence, we encourage you to register to vote and regain your voice.
VOTE FOR OUR FREEDOM!
For the 1 in 4 Americans with a criminal record, navigating the process to register to vote can be challenging. Click the link now to access trusted information on how to register.
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