State of Texas
What evidence did the state of Texas present?
that Mason knew he was under supervision, so he must have known he was not eligible to vote
Why did the ACLU consider this case a racial injustice?
This case raises concerns about racial bias in the justice system, as Mason, a Black woman, received a harsher sentence than a white man who committed a similar offense.
What did the state of Texas accuse Crystal Mason of?
Illegal voting
Why did the ACLU get involved?
Because Mason's constitutional rights were violated.
How many years was Crystal Mason sentenced to?
Five years
What does the ACLU argue?
that Crystal's voting rights are being violated as she attempted to perform her civil duty.
Why was this case considered voter intimidation?
Mason's prosecution was widely condemned as an attempt to criminalize voting mistakes and suppress minority voting rights.
What impact did this case have on voter rights?
The case has led to increased advocacy for voting rights, with organizations such as the ACLU and the Texas Civil Rights Project highlighting the need for voting rights protections and an end to voter intimidation tactics.
Were Mason's constitutional rights violated?
Yes.
Did Mason get her acquittal?
Yes.