FFRR: Build a Strong Application | Part 3
Do you want to get your federal gun rights back? You’ve got to do more than just tell them you’ve changed and should be trusted again—you need to prove it.
Welcome back to Military Justice Matters. I’m Justin Bennett, a 12-year Navy JAG Veteran and now partner with Parlatore Law Group.
Understand that, even if you’re not subject to one of the presumptive disqualifications, getting your federal gun rights back isn’t automatic. You need to build a strong application. So how do you do that?
First, for Veterans, you’ll need to gather your military records: including your DD-214, your court-martial records, and more, depending on your situation.
Second, you’ll also need to gather state criminal-history records. Essentially, the DOJ requires records covering everywhere you’ve lived and any arrests during the last 25 years—or since age 18, whichever is shorter.
Third, you’ll need to get electronic fingerprints taken, and the DOJ will give you instructions for that.
Fourth, you’ll need to provide references: three people who’ve known you for at least three years; who are not family members; and who aren’t themselves prohibited from possessing firearms. These people will need to be able to truthfully answer detailed questions about you under penalty of perjury.
Finally, you’ll want to document your rehabilitation. Depending on your case, that could include things like substance abuse treatment completion; a steady employment history; community service; and evidence of responsible conduct, as examples.
Again, don’t just tell the DOJ you’ve changed—show them.
As always: Know your rights. Protect your legacy. Contact us today.
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