Application for Relief From Disabilities Imposed by Federal Laws With Respect to the Acquisition, Receipt, Transfer, Shipment, Transportation, or Possession of Firearms
Summary
This proposed rule would create a process for people who are legally banned from owning guns due to past federal convictions or other disqualifying factors to apply for relief and potentially regain their gun ownership rights. The Department of Justice is seeking public input on how this application process should work and what standards should be used to decide who gets their rights restored.
Key Points
- 1Sets up an official application process for people convicted of federal crimes to request permission to own firearms again
- 2Applies to people banned from gun ownership under various federal laws, including those with felony convictions or domestic violence convictions
- 3The DOJ will decide each case individually based on factors like the person's criminal history, behavior since conviction, and reasons for the request
- 4Public comment period runs through October 21, 2025, allowing citizens and organizations to share opinions on the proposed rules
- 5This is a proposed rule, meaning the final version may change based on feedback before it becomes official
Key Dates
July 22, 2025
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