ACSOL Urges “NO” on Prop. 20, “YES” on Prop. 17

The Alliance for Constitutional Sex Offense Laws (ACSOL) urges registrants, their families and supporters to vote “NO” on Proposition 20 and to vote “YES” on Proposition 17.  Both propositions are included on the November 2020 ballots.

If passed, Proposition 20 would significantly increase the number of violent felonies from 27 to 51, resulting in harsher sentences and longer prison terms.  Of that total, the number of violent sex offenses would also increase significantly from 9 to 14.  In addition, Proposition 20 would require the collection of DNA from individuals convicted of a misdemeanor offense.

According to a report issued by the Center for Juvenile and Criminal Justice, passage of Proposition 20 would cost the state of California more than $450 million a year and cost every county in the state at least $5 million a year.  A chart regarding the cost to each county can be found on pages 14 and 15 of the report.

Proposition 17, if passed, would significantly increase the number of people eligible to vote in future elections by allowing individuals on parole to vote.  Individuals currently on probation are already eligible to vote.

According to statements in the Official Voters Guide, individuals on parole are already allowed to vote in 19 states.  Those who support Proposition 17 have stated that a Florida study found that “people who have completed their prison sentences and had their voting rights restored were less likely to commit crimes in the future.

“Because ACSOL is a non-profit organization recognized by the IRS, it cannot support or oppose any person running for office,” stated ACSOL Executive Director Janice Bellucci.  “The IRS rules, however, allow ACSOL and other non-profit organizations to support or oppose ballot propositions.”

 

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Exactly how I voted. Dropped my ballot in the mailbox a few days ago.

Confused – why are non-profit organizations not allowed to endorse candidates?

That’s what I did and dropped it in the ballot box today. That and every family member in my home…

Janice,
What about Prop. 25?

Voted

When the sisters of Polly Klaas officially come out against Prop 20, there’s hope for the world. The only reason I haven’t voted yet… Dad and I both huge Dodger fans. Dodger Stadium will have polls opening Oct. 30. Will be there to remember him and do my civic duty at the ultimate voting location!

I done did it! Voted as suggested here! 👍😁

Janice,

Regarding prop 20 –

“In addition, Proposition 20 would require the collection of DNA from individuals convicted of a misdemeanor offense.”

My offense was 24 years ago, misdemeanor 647.6 No jail time, only 3 years probation. While on probation I was forced to provide a DNA swab, stating that the rules changed and even misdemeanor offenders had to provide DNA. Was it illegally obtained from me at that time?

California Safety and Justice has announced on Twitter that Prop 20 has gone down to defeat! With 55% of the vote counted, the results thus far 68% No, 32% yes.
As for Prop 17, with 55% tabulated, 60% yes, 40% no. Don’t see anyone calling this yet, but looks very promising!

Equality California has officially announced on Twitter that Prop 17 has passed!