At Advocate VA, we feel it is important to garner reputable information direct from the source. We are blessed to have the ability to reach out to those serving time in VADOC to obtain their opinions on matters, to learn of their treatment, how things are directly effecting them and in some cases acquire verbatim copies of memorandums sent to incarcerated persons by the Virginia Department of Corrections.
Because of this ongoing relationship, we have acquired the following:
"Governor Northam has updated the restoration of rights eligibility criteria to include individuals who are on probation/parole supervision. Individuals are now eligible to have their civic rights restored after being released from incarceration, even if they are still on community supervision.
About the process:
Individuals who are interested in having their civil rights restored are encouraged to contact the Secretary of the Commonwealth (SOC) through the website: restore.virginia.gov
In addition, Department of Corrections (DOC) is working with the SOC to proactively identify individuals each month who upon their release will automatically have their rights restored (this means many may already have their rights restored... However, DOC is NOT known for following through with opportunities which benefit offenders so it's always best to be proactive).
Frequently Asked Questions:
How do I know if my rights have been restored? How do I request my rights to be restored?
Visit this website: restore.virginia.gov or call 804-692-0104.
What rights are included in civil rights?
Right to vote, right to serve on a jury, right to run for office, and right to become a notary public.
If you have any questions, contact the Restoration of Rights office at rormail@governor. virginia.gov or call 804-692-0104"
In Solidarity,
S. Ashley, Advocate VA
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Advocate VA seeks to bridge the sizeable gap between legislators, legislative policy and those advocating for positive social change, inmate rights and progressive criminal justice reform in the State of Virginia. We are a non-partisan advocacy grassroots movement, which through collaboration with reputable advocacy groups and the private citizenry, seek to bring attention to the continued and longstanding bias of those currently incarcerated, while proactively assisting their peers and extended families petition for urgent criminal justice reform.
Our prime objective is to advocate for an intensive reevaluation of outdated policies and practices and to actively seek, and help others petition, for advance legislation, seeing to the continued and ongoing reform of Virginia's overtly harsh and punitive criminal justice system.
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