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yes if you get your rights restored and its been 10 years or more sense the last time you've been arrested. It cant be a violent felony, it can only be in the 3rd degree and you cant be a career criminal or a repeated offender. those can rule you out
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∙ 14y agoA question with several possible answers. (1) if you were convicted federal felon - no. (2) If you were a convicted state felon. - possibly. Some (not all) states will return some of your privileges to you if you petition the court to have them returned (expunction). However, it is not automatic that it will be granted and it is only in some states. If you live in one of those states - and your petition ios granted - you MAY have your privilege of holding public office restored.
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Can a president convicted of a federal crime remain in office?
no
Can a convicted felon hold an elected office in Ohio?
No. R.C. 2961.01.
What crimes would keep a convicted felon from running for office?
ANY felony offenses.
Can Virginia resident's convicted of a felony have guns in the home?
refer the question to your state prosecutor's office
Can you write a pardon on a class b felony?
If you are asking if you can REQUEST a pardon on a Class B felony, yes, you probably can. Depending on the state that convicted you, write either the Attorney General's Office or the Governor's Office.
I live in Illinois and was convicted of a felony charge in 1997 Can I get my firearm rights reinstated?
The answer will depend on your specific crime and record. You should contact the US Attorney office in your area for assistance.ADDED: Unless you were convicted in federal court of a federal offense - contacting the US Attorney will be of no help to you.If you were convicted of a state offense; Petition the Chief Judge of the Circuit Court in which you were convicted. For further information - - see below link:
What federal elected office has a Constitutional term limit?
The presidency of the United States is currently the only federal office with term limits.
Can a representative serve in the House after expulsion and prison term?
Your use of the word "prison" implies that they were convicted of a felony offense. Convicted felons are prohibited from holding elective office.
How can the federal judges be removed from office?
by being elected and appointed by the senate
Is it true or false that at the national level most judges are elected to office?
No. All Federal judges are appointed, but most state judges are elected to office.
Who impeaches federal officials when necessary?
The legislative branch is granted the authority to impeach federal officials. If convicted, the officials can then be removed from office.
Could a president pardon himself after being elected?
No, such is not possible. If the president committed a crime, he would be impeached and convicted and lose his office. Then he would not be president anymore and could not pardon anybody. He could then be indicted and tried just like anyone else.
