NEW YORK — Donald Trump, who has recently been elected president, will not be subjected to jail time, fines, or community service due to his conviction linked to hush money payments in New York. A judge wrapped up the case on Friday, granting an unconditional discharge, signifying that no penalties will be enforced.

That said, if the conviction for falsifying business records isn’t overturned in the future, Trump will still have felonies on his criminal record, which may affect certain rights moving forward.

Let’s explore what this means for Trump, the possible implications, and the aspects that remain unchanged:

Can he still vote?

As a registered voter in Florida, Trump maintains his voting rights in that state.

Although Florida generally restricts voting for those with felony convictions, voting rights are automatically restored once individuals complete their sentences. However, individuals convicted of murder or sexual offenses permanently lose their voting rights unless they are restored by a clemency board.

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For felons from other states, including Trump, Florida only disallows voting if their rights were revoked in the state where they were convicted. In New York, voting rights are reinstated immediately upon release from incarceration.

Can he possess a firearm?

No, he is not allowed to own a firearm. Federal legislation prohibits individuals with felony convictions from possessing firearms.

Is he required to provide a DNA sample?

Yes, according to New York law, anyone convicted of a felony is required to submit a DNA sample for inclusion in the state’s crime database.

Typically, the sample is collected after sentencing when a defendant reports to probation or incarceration. Additionally, samples can be obtained through court or police processes.

The collection process is straightforward and non-invasive, usually involving a simple cheek swab. The state police then analyze the genetic material to create a profile for the database.

This database, which holds over 720,000 offender profiles, works in conjunction with the FBI’s Combined DNA Index System, facilitating automated searches to match DNA collected from crime scenes to known offenders.

Is it possible for Trump to run for office with a felony conviction?

Federal laws do not prohibit individuals with felony convictions from running for president. However, state regulations vary regarding eligibility for state and local offices; some states may require a pardon or expungement to qualify, while there are no such limitations for federal offices.

Can he travel internationally?

Yes, Trump is free to travel abroad. As a former president, he possesses a diplomatic passport for official duties, in addition to a standard tourist passport. Generally, individuals under incarceration or probation may face travel limitations, but this does not apply to Trump.

However, certain countries, such as Canada, the UK, and Israel, might impose entry restrictions on individuals with felony convictions.

Will this impact his business opportunities?

Trump’s felony conviction could complicate his ability to acquire liquor licenses, but it doesn’t necessarily mean that his hotels and golf courses will stop serving alcohol.

For example, in New Jersey, individuals convicted of crimes involving moral turpitude are prohibited from holding liquor licenses, which could affect Trump’s three golf courses in the state.

Nonetheless, Trump’s organization has clarified that his properties are managed through corporate entities, and he does not serve as an officer or director for any entity holding liquor licenses.

Additionally, his conviction may bar him from re-entering the casino business, as acquiring gaming licenses is typically off-limits to those with criminal records. Trump previously owned three Atlantic City casinos but no longer does.

Is a pardon a possibility for him?

Only the governor of New York has the power to grant a pardon for this specific conviction. Since the case was handled in state court, it involves violations of state law, making presidential pardons inapplicable.

It appears unlikely that Governor Kathy Hochul, a Democrat, would consider granting a pardon. When asked about it, she avoided a direct answer but highlighted that the pardon process requires several factors, including a demonstration of remorse.

Trump insists that he did nothing wrong and has dismissed the allegations against him as a “hoax” orchestrated by Democrats.

“No one will be treated any better, or any worse, by me when I make those life-altering decisions regarding petitions that come in throughout the year,” Hochul stated. “So, no one receives special favors, and no one is treated unfavorably.”