FFRR: When Should You Apply? | Part 2
Your criminal conviction may be years behind you. But when it comes to getting your federal gun rights back, is that enough?
Welcome back to Military Justice Matters. I’m Justin Bennett, a 12-year Navy JAG Veteran and now partner with Parlatore Law Group.
Under the DOJ’s new federal firearm rights restoration program (FFRR), certain categories of convictions can make you presumptively disqualified to regain your rights—either temporarily or permanently.
Some categories of convictions carry a five-year presumptive disqualification. Others—including things like misdemeanor domestic violence or felony drug trafficking—carry a ten-year presumptive disqualification. And certain serious felony conduct—including felony assault and domestic violence—create a permanent presumptive disqualification.
Now, that presumption doesn’t mean that you’re not allowed to apply. But it’s a very high bar to overcome that presumptive disqualification. You have to show that the “extraordinary circumstances” of your case deserve for you to regain your rights, which is very challenging.
It’s also important to know that they don’t necessarily count these time periods from the date of your conviction. Instead, the date you actually finished serving your sentence—including things like supervision—might affect when the presumptive disqualification ends.
Finally, remember: federal rights restoration doesn’t automatically remove state restrictions. So depending on your case and where you live, you might also need to apply for relief under your state’s laws.
So before you apply, find out which presumptions might apply to you—and decide whether now is the right time to try.
As always—know your rights. Protect your legacy. Contact us today.
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