{"id":4986,"date":"2022-02-02T09:49:40","date_gmt":"2022-02-02T09:49:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.iseeahappyface.com\/?p=4986"},"modified":"2022-02-02T09:49:40","modified_gmt":"2022-02-02T09:49:40","slug":"having-your-gun-rights-restored","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.iseeahappyface.com\/having-your-gun-rights-restored\/","title":{"rendered":"Having Your Gun Rights Restored"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/va-criminallawyer.com\/2021\/03\/17\/a-guide-to-firearm-rights-restoration-in-virginia\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Virginia restoration of gun rights<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> lawyer can help you restore your firearms rights if you have lost your right to carry a firearm due to a felony conviction. The law governing domestic violence prohibits an individual from possessing a gun. Unfortunately, the interplay of state and federal laws is complicated, and it is unclear if the Virginia legislature will take up the issue. Nonetheless, the restoration of gun rights is possible if you have been convicted of domestic violence and are mentally competent to handle a gun.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first step to restoring your civil rights after a felony conviction is to apply with the Virginia circuit court. Next, a petition must be filed with the Circuit Court of the Circuit Court where you were convicted. You can also use this procedure to apply for a restoration of gun rights if you are currently a non-felon. A successful restoration of gun rights in Virginia can take up to a decade.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In Virginia, you must have served at least two years in prison or served your time in jail. You may also be barred from owning firearms. In addition, you should not possess any illegal weapons. In addition to a gun, you should also have ammunition. You can purchase ammunition for a felony or buy a stun gun to protect yourself if you are caught in a dangerous situation. If you do not have a criminal record, you can request that your rights be restored.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Virginia restoration of the gun rights process is a complex one. Failure to identify these factors can result in your gun rights not being restored. You will need an experienced attorney who knows the laws and will make sure your firearms are returned. If your rights have been suspended, an experienced Virginia attorney will be able to help you apply for restoration. A qualified attorney can make this process smoother for you. You will be able to retain your rights after a conviction and gain access to your gun.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In Virginia, the restoration of gun rights can be challenging to obtain. First, you must be a Virginia resident to qualify for a repair. If you were convicted of a felony in Virginia, you must have received a restraining order by the Governor or state. The ATF will grant you the right to own a firearm once you complete these steps. In addition, a federal conviction will affect your ability to own a gun.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are a Virginia resident with a criminal conviction, you can seek restoration of your gun rights through a petition. You must be a Virginia resident to apply for a Virginia restoration of gun rights. Applicants should be a resident of Virginia. If you are a federal felon, you must have a felony conviction to be eligible for the right to own a firearm. For this lawsuit, you must be a US citizen. In addition, you must not have been convicted of a crime punishable by the government.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In Virginia, you can also <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/vsp.virginia.gov\/services\/firearms\/restoration-of-firearm-rights\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">apply for restoring your gun rights<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> if you were convicted of a felony. If you are eligible for a Virginia restoration of your gun rights, you must have a felony conviction in another state before you can apply for a restraining order. If you do not qualify, you must contact your attorney. They will help you navigate the process and ensure that you receive the complete restoration of your firearm rights.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are convicted of a felony, you are automatically denied your right to possess a firearm. Therefore, unless you&#8217;ve already been convicted of a misdemeanor, you will not be eligible for a Virginia restoration of gun rights. However, this does not mean that you cannot regain your requests if you have committed a crime. The Virginia Code SS 18.2-304 defines the eligibility criteria for a gun restoration.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While you may think you are not eligible for a Virginia restoration of gun rights, you can still apply if you have been convicted of a felony. For example, a conviction for misdemeanor assault and battery on a family member will automatically prevent you from being granted a restoration of gun rights. While you will be able to keep your firearms, you will also use them for other purposes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A Virginia restoration of gun rights lawyer can help you restore your firearms rights if you have lost your right to carry a firearm due to a felony conviction. The law governing domestic violence prohibits an individual from possessing a gun. Unfortunately, the interplay of state and federal laws is complicated, and it is unclear if the Virginia legislature will take up the issue. Nonetheless, the restoration of gun rights is possible if you have been convicted of domestic violence and are mentally competent to handle a gun. The first step to restoring your civil rights after a felony conviction is to apply with the Virginia circuit court. Next, a petition must be filed with the Circuit Court of the Circuit Court where you were convicted. You can also use this procedure to apply for a restoration of gun rights if you are currently a non-felon. A successful restoration of gun rights in Virginia can take up to a decade. In Virginia, you must have served at least two years in prison or served your time in jail. You may also be barred from owning firearms. In addition, you should not possess any illegal weapons. 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