No. A pardon will not suffice. If you are eligible for it to occur, you must get your record expunged. Even then, not all states will restore felons' gun rights to them. NOTE: If you are a convicted FEDERAL felon, you cannot get your gun rights restored. Currently there is no mechanism in place for this to occur.
If you are convicted felon, there is no such pardon.
The felon will need a lot of money, a very good lawyer and not be disappointed if the answer is no. A pardon does not mean all rights are restored.
Possible. IF the felony was for violation of a state law. You will need an attorney, and petition for a pardon, with restoration of gun rights.
For a violation of US federal law, the remedy is a presidential pardon.
If the felon has received a PARDON, that is the same as if they were not convicted, and they may possess a firearm. But be sure you mean pardon, and not probation, parole, or any other term.
No. A pardon does not clear your record - it just means you've been excused. The conviction still stands, and you remain a convicted felon.
You have to apply for a pardon first. After that you can must fill out an application to restore your gun rights. The links for both forms are provided below.
I believe it's 7 years
If it was a felony charge, and you were convicted, no. A felon cannot obtain a gun permit or possess a gun anywhere in the U.S. unless your rights have been restored by a magistrate.
In Kentucky, a convicted felon can serve on a school board only if they have had their voting rights restored. Typically, individuals convicted of certain felonies lose their right to vote and hold public office. However, the restoration of these rights can occur through a pardon from the governor or a specific process for certain offenses. Therefore, a felon must ensure their rights are restored before being eligible to serve on a school board.
A convicted felon with an obstruction of justice charge retains certain rights, but these can be limited due to their criminal status. They typically retain the right to legal representation and the right to appeal their conviction. However, their rights to vote, possess firearms, or hold public office may be restricted, depending on state laws and the specifics of their conviction. Additionally, the severity of the obstruction charge may influence the extent of these restrictions.
Yes, assuming the spouse can otherwise legally own a gun. The problem you run into is when the non-felon spouse has the gun in the house. Short explanation: the felon cannot own or possess a gun, so if there is any chance the felon could access the gun, there could be a problem.