General voting rights information (5)
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How to Register to Vote in New York City
Provides Voter Registration Forms and information about registering to vote in the New York City. Content Detail
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- Spanish / Español
- Korean / 한국어
- Chinese / 中文
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Contact Information for Local Boards of Elections
Clickable Map, which provides location and contact information for local Boards of Election in New York State. Content Detail
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New York State - Know Your Voting Rights
Basic voting rights information for New Yorkers, including information on voting rights for people with criminal convictions. Content Detail
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New York City Voters' Bill of Rights
This guide answers frequently asked questions about voting in New York City, including information about registration, absentee ballots, and important election dates. Also provides information about voting rights for people with criminal convictions. Content Detail
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The Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act
The Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act ("UOCAVA") was enacted by Congress in 1986. The UOCAVA requires that the states and territories allow certain groups of citizens to register and vote absentee in elections for Federal offices Content Detail
Identity documents (3)
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How to Obtain Important Documents
This guide tells you how to apply for and obtain important documents, including driver's licenses, non-driver I.D. cards, social security cards, birth certificates, voter registration, naturalization cards and passports. These documents are important because they are often needed to obtain employment, housing, public assistance, etc. Content Detail
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How to Apply for a Birth Certificate in New York City
If you were born in NYC this booklet provides info on how to obtain a copy of your New York City birth certificate. Content Detail
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How to Apply for a Birth Certificate in New York
If you were born outside of NYC, this website provides info on how to obtain a copy of your birth certificate. Content Detail
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- Spanish / Español
I am a former inmate and I need assistance (5)
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Reentry Resource Center of New York
Reentry.net maintains the Reentry Resource Center for New York which is a support network and information clearinghouse on prison, reentry, and the consequences of criminal proceedings. Content Detail
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Resources for people coming back to Ulster County after jail or person
A guide and resource list for those returning from prison or jail. Content Detail
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Services for formerly incarcerated people
A guide for persons incarcerated, persons formerly incarcerated, and others similarly in need, to assist their re-entry back into society. Content Detail
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The Bronx Reentry & Resource Directory for Returning Residents and Families
A comprehensive guide to reentry and related services in the Bronx. The directory is divided into several categories, including the following services: administrative and comprehensive, clothing, educational, employment, family, food pantry, health and wellness, housing, legal, mental health, substance abuse, and support groups. Content Detail
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Getting your rights back
Read about ways to get your rights back with a Certificate of Relief from Disabilities and a Certificate of Good Conduct. Content Detail
Voting rights for people with criminal records (7)
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Reentry Resource Center of New York
Reentry.net maintains the Reentry Resource Center for New York which is a support network and information clearinghouse on prison, reentry, and the consequences of criminal proceedings. Content Detail
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Voting Rights of People with Criminal Convictions in NY
Information detailing the voting rights of people with criminal convictions in New York. Includes information on restoration of voting rights, voter registration, voting from jail, and communication by and among government agencies. Content Detail
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Have You Ever Been Convicted of a Felony?
Recommended flyer/posting detailing information on voting rights for individuals charged with a felony conviction. Content Detail
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New York State - Know Your Voting Rights
Basic voting rights information for New Yorkers, including information on voting rights for people with criminal convictions. Content Detail
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New York City Voters' Bill of Rights
This guide answers frequently asked questions about voting in New York City, including information about registration, absentee ballots, and important election dates. Also provides information about voting rights for people with criminal convictions. Content Detail
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Resources for people coming back to Ulster County after jail or person
A guide and resource list for those returning from prison or jail. Content Detail
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Services for formerly incarcerated people
A guide for persons incarcerated, persons formerly incarcerated, and others similarly in need, to assist their re-entry back into society. Content Detail
More information (2)
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The Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act
The Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act ("UOCAVA") was enacted by Congress in 1986. The UOCAVA requires that the states and territories allow certain groups of citizens to register and vote absentee in elections for Federal offices Content Detail
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Voting Accessibility for the Elderly and Handicapped Act
This resource provides a brief explanation of the voting accessibility rights of the elderly and handicapped. Read More
