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New Zealand plans to ban all prisoners from voting, reversing a 2020 law, amid criticism it violates democracy.
New Zealand's government plans to reinstate a total ban on prisoner voting, reversing a 2020 law that allowed those serving less than three years to vote.
This move faces criticism for violating democratic principles and disproportionately affecting Māori populations, who make up more than 50% of the prison population.
The Justice Minister, Paul Goldsmith, defended the decision, stating it would ensure consistency for all prisoners.
The ban will not apply to those on remand or serving home detention and will be introduced in an upcoming Electoral Amendment Bill.
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Nueva Zelanda planea prohibir a todos los prisioneros votar, revirtiendo una ley de 2020, en medio de críticas de que viola la democracia.