Arizona voter registration laws upheld by federal judge
A federal judge upheld new Arizona laws requiring proof of U.S. citizenship for voter registration, citing the state's interest in preventing voter fraud. The judge clarified that one specific requirement violated certain laws but overall found the measures to be in the public interest.
Key Points
- Arizona laws require proof of U.S. citizenship for voter registration
- Federal judge Susan Bolton ruled that the state's interest in preventing voter fraud justified the laws
- One specific requirement of including state or country of birth was found to violate certain laws
- Past history of voting discrimination in Arizona was considered in the ruling
Pros
- Preventing voter fraud
- Promoting public confidence in elections
Cons
- Potential burden on voters to provide proof of citizenship