Federal judge strikes down North Carolina voting law as racially discriminatory
Federal judge Loretta Biggs has struck down a 19th-century North Carolina law that criminalized voting while on parole, probation, or post-release supervision for a felony conviction.
The law was argued as disproportionately impacting Black voters and found to violate the US Constitution’s equal protection clause.
This decision is being celebrated by democracy advocates and civil rights groups, who see it as a victory against racial discrimination in voting laws.
The ruling does not affect North Carolina’s broader felony disenfranchisement law, but it does protect voters from being criminalized for innocent mistakes.
Despite uncertainty about potential appeals, observers say the decision marks progress in ensuring fair access to voting rights.
Similar battles are ongoing nationwide, with federal lawmakers proposing legislation to address felony disenfranchisement.
North Carolina officials have not said whether they will appeal the ruling.
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