Re: Non-Violent Felony Charge Restoration of Rights Missouri

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On 8/15/07, annon. wrote:
>> Is the second option really an option? I've only seen a small
> amount of cases in
>> Missouri that ended up with any sort of pardon. Is there a
> petition that I'm not
>> aware of to expunge a record after a certain amount of time?
>>
>> On another note, does the ATF not investigate the background
> of the person to
>> judge if they should have their right restored? On a non-
> violent crime, I would
>> think there are other clauses that would be able to restore
> your rights. With that in
>> mind, what is this regulation to restore rights, that is
> supposed to have changed in
>> 2004 on the federal level?
>
> Yes, getting a full pardon with restoration of firearm rights is
> about as likely as winning the lottery. It can happen but not
> likely. I just mentioned a pardon as one of only two
> possibilities. And no, an expungement will not work for a
> firearm application. Expunged records are still available "for
> law enforcement purposes" which includes gun applications. An
> expungement only allows you to deny any criminal record for job
> applications etc. Only an exoneration of a felony crime by a
> court will restore your firearm rights.
>
> I think the rule change you refer to allows you to have records
> deleted from the "Instant Background Check" files if you can
> show they have been rendered a legal nullity by being overturned
> or if you receive a full pardon. That rule change also allows
> reinstatement of rights if they were taken away because of
> mental health or substance abuse issues if you have a new
> medical finding that you no longer suffer from the problem.
> That rule won't help you.
>
> If you have a felony conviction (even non-violent) you are
> pretty much out of hope. Only getting it overturned will work.
>
> Be aware that even holding a firearm in your hands is a
> violation carrying a 5 year sentence. If you went hunting with
> your family or friends you could not touch their guns for any
> reason. That's just the way the law is.
>
> By all means consult with a local attorney to see if there is
> any possibility of restoring your rights. It will only cost you
> an hour or so of attorney time to get a professional answer.

Thank you very much for you quick responce. I will do exact as you say, and find an
attorney to consulte with. Thank you again.