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You were CONVICted of a felony 15 years ago has your civil rights been reinstated?
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∙ 11y ago
It has been over 15 years since my felony dwi. How do I get my rights back?
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If a person been convicted of acrime do he still have his civil rights?
Your "civil rights" are your rights under the Constiution as a citizen of this country. Certain rights are taken away after a felony conviction, but most civil rights can only be taken away if the Constitution becomes null and void. On the other hand, some would say that the Constitution is being attacked and and all of our civil rights are in danger.
Can a ex-felon vote?
If you have been convicted of any felony in any court, you must first have your civil rights restored by the Florida Governor and the Board of Executive Clemency in order to vote.
What does it take to own a firearm if convicted of a felony?
Unless you have been pardoned, with full restoration of all civil rights, it is illegal. Process varies state to state. You need to talk to an attorney in YOUR state.
How can a police officer convicted of federal civil rights violations get their civil rights restored to legally possess a handgun in the US Virgin Islands?
If it is a felony conviction, I believe it would require a federal pardon to reinstate the officer's right to possess a handgun. I cannot envision a situation in which this would be justified.
Why is a felony worse than a misdemeanor?
A felony is a more serious crime. Conviction of a felony will get you more time in jail and it will have an effect on your civil rights.
Does Florida have any restrictions on the right to vote of a person covicted of a serious crime?
In Florida, convicted FELONS, DO have restrictions on their activities, and some of what what other people enjoy as their civil rights, are denied to them because of their status. "Shouldn''t have done the crime!"
How many of the defendents in the Mississippi Burning case wer convicted?
Seven defendants were convicted in the Mississippi Burning case for violating the civil rights of the three civil rights workers who were murdered in Philadelphia, Mississippi in 1964.
Can I own a black powder pistol if convicted of a federal felony in Tucson AZ?
No, convicted felons are not lawfully permitted to possess a firearm in any 50 states and U.S. territories. You may seek to have your charge expunged or sealed if it's expungement eligible and if your felony is non-violent you may seek to have, what is known as "restoration of civil rights" motion filed with the court of appeals.
What civil rights are legally forfeit when you are convicted of a felony and sentenced to an actual prison term?
The right to vote - the right to hold political office - the right to own/possess firearms - the right to live in publicly subsdized housing.
Are there times when you must give up a portion of your civil rights?
If you are convicted of a crime and go to prison, some of your rights are suspended.
Can you own a gun with a class D felony?
Noone with a felony can own a gun unless they have gone through the court to have their civil rights restored.
In New York State if convicted of a felony DWI are your civil right returned after ten years?
You have to apply for Certificate of Relief from Disabilities
