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How can a felon get their gun rights back yet still have a felony conviction?
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∙ 12y ago
If it's only a state felony, and not a federal felony, there might be a chance. But it's going to require a lawyer, a good bit of money, and an understanding that nothing is guaranteed.
If yours is a federal felony (even though charged by the state, anything declared a felony under federal law is going to be a federal felony), your odds are slim to none, bordering more closely to none.
Additional: SOME states do allow felons convicted of state offenses to petition for the restoration of firearms possession. It depends on certain factors as to whether or not it may be granted. If granted the restoration of their possession it is valid ONLY WITHIN THAT STATE. They may not carry in another state.
As stated above, restoration of firearms possession after being convicted of a federal offense is non-existent. Although the framework for such a procedure exists, the Congress has consistently denied the funding to enable it.
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If charged with a felony and complete your probation are you consider a felon?
Yes, you are still a convicted felon, even after completing probation. You must get the conviction expunged to restore your rights.
Can a convicted felon in Georgia get a concealed carry permit after rights are restored?
If you're expecting to get gun rights back after a felony conviction, don't hold your breath. In some shall-issue states, it is possible for a convicted felon to get a concealed carry permit. However, it's still a felony for them to own, possess, or be in a situation where they have access to firearms, and the CCW doesn't negate that.
Can I vote with felony in Calif?
In California, some criminal convictions have no impact on your voting rights at all. Other kinds of convictions may temporarily take away your right to vote. The only time you are not eligible to vote is if you have a felony conviction and you are still in state prison or on parole. If you have a felony conviction, you CAN vote if: * you are on probation, or * you have completed your probation, or * you have completed your parole.For all the answers on California Felon Voting Rights, the California Felon Party Website has all the laws, regulations and answers as to who in California that is a felon needs toknow about felon's voting rights.Go to: www.californiafelonparty.org
What does it take for a exfelon to own a firearm?
The first question is whether they really are an "ex" felon, or not. Once you're convicted of a felony, you remain a felon, always and forever. The only way you could really be an "ex" felon is if the conviction was overturned. So, for a felon to have their firearms rights restored... well, if it's a federal felony, the chances are slim to none. If it's a state - but not a federal - felony, then it may be possible. You'll need a good lawyer, a good bit of money... and then still nothing is guaranteed.
I was told if your felony was not violent or sentence less than a year you could still own weapons in Arizona?
Wrong. A felony conviction IS a felony conviction. You may be able to get the offense expunged (IF Arizona is one of the few states that will restore your civil rights).
Can a convicted felon with an expungement in Kansas posses a firearm?
No. Expunged only means it's not visible to the general public - it doesn't make your felony conviction go away. You still remain a convicted felon, your felony conviction will show up on any background check done on you, and you can't own, possess, or have access to firearms under federal law.
Can an ex felon be around a gun?
That depends on whether we're talking about an actual ex-felon here, or if you're using the term for what is actually an ex-convict. An ex-felon would be someone who had been convicted of a felony, but for whom the conviction was later overturned and reverse. They are no longer a felon at that point. For someone who is convicted of a felony, and the judgment does not get overturned, they are a felon - the label does not go away.In the case of an actual ex-felon, who is no longer a felon by a reversal and overturning of their conviction, yes, they may be.In the case of an ex-convict, who still remains a felon, the answer is no. A felon may not purchase, possess, or be allowed access to firearms.
Can you be convicted of a felony and still get a gun permit in Puerto Rico?
The most basic answer is no. A felon cannot get a gun permit. However, under some circumstances, a felon can have his or her rights restored.
Can i purchase and own a gun in texas if im a convicted felon 8 Years since my conviction and served 364 days?
No, if the felony is still on your record then you may not posses a firearm!
Can a convicted felon from the early nineties still possess handguns and rifles?
Not if the felony is still on your record. Once you are a felon, you cannot own or possess rifles or handguns. A felon can sometimes have his rights restored, but for information on that, you really should contact an attorney familiar with the process.
Can a statejail felon own a shotgun for home protection in Texas?
Generally speaking, no. Being on probation and being a felon are two different things. Once you are a felon, you cannot legally own a firearm. It is sometimes possible for a felon to have his rights restored, but for information on that, you really should contact an attorney familiar with the process.
Can a spouse of an ex felon own a handgun in the state of Nevada?
The basic short answer is yes, the spouse can own a gun. There is nothing in the law that prohibits the spouse of a felon from owing a gun, however, the problems arise when or if the person that is the felon has any reasonable access to the gun.
