North Carolina Constitution Article VI, Suffrage and Eligibility to Vote
North Carolina Constitution – Article VI: Suffrage and Eligibility to Vote
Article VI governs voting rights and the qualifications for holding public office in North Carolina. Here is a section-by-section summary:
Section 1 – Who May Vote
Every person born or naturalized in the United States and 18 years of age or older is entitled to vote if:
They have resided in North Carolina and in the precinct, ward, or other election district for the time prescribed by law.
They are registered to vote as provided by law.
Section 2 – Disqualifications
The following individuals are disqualified from voting:
Anyone adjudged mentally incompetent by a court.
Anyone convicted of a felony may not vote unless their rights of citizenship have been restored according to law.
Section 3 – Registration
Voters must be registered as required by law.
The General Assembly may make laws governing the registration of voters.
Section 4 – Qualifications for Office
To be eligible to hold public office in North Carolina, a person must:
Be a qualified voter.
Not have been disqualified for felony conviction (unless rights have been restored).
Not have been removed from office for misconduct (unless legally reinstated).
Section 5 – Oath
Every elected or appointed official must take an oath to support the Constitution of the U.S. and the Constitution of North Carolina and to faithfully perform their duties.
Section 6 – General Assembly's Authority
The General Assembly may enact laws governing the conduct of elections, voter registration, and the administration of voting systems.
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