In 2016, Crystal Mason of Fort Worth cast a provisional ballot; however, it was deemed illegal. Those on probation for a previous felony conviction are…
The Dallas Democratic Forum hosted a luncheon Wednesday afternoon, which featured Crystal Mason and her lawyers, Alison Grinter Allen and Justin Moore.
In 2016, Crystal Mason of Fort Worth cast a provisional ballot; however, it was deemed illegal. Those on probation for a previous felony conviction are ineligible to vote.“I really thought I was eligible to vote,” Mason told those at the luncheon.Sign up for NBC DFW newslettersWhile a Texas appeals court overturned her five-year conviction earlier this year, Tarrant County DA Phil Sorrells wants that decision reviewed.
“This is not a fact question. We are not here to talk about facts,” Sorrells said. “This is about a legal question. It’s a matter of legal principle efficiency of the evidence.”“The words that he used could be very misleading on the reason why he wants to prosecute this case,” Mason said.“I want legal voters to know that we’re working to make sure your vote is not going to be diluted by any illegal votes,” Mason said.
While Mason and her team wait on a timeline for whether the criminal court of appeals will re-examine her case, she said she is focused on registering voters.
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