2nd Amendment and Right to Bear Arms/Restoration of fire arms

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Expert: - 7/6/2010


Question
I have a domestic violence charge in FL from 1991.  I have been denied the right to purchase a fire arm in FL.  I have since relocated to GA, and wondering how to go about restoring my right to purchase a fire arm.  Also, since I'm applying for restoration at the federal level (within GA), does this restore my rights in all states or just for my state of residence?

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Darryl,

Thanks for asking. In order to restore your rights you need legal help to file for a pardon or to expunge your record. Once your record is clear, then you may purchase a firearm in your state from a licensed dealer. Since you reside in Georgia, you can also purchase firearms from other states on line but they have to be transferred from the FFL dealer in the state where you bought the gun, to another FFL dealer in Georgia. As far as federal law is concerned your record would be clear.

Best regards,

Dan

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Dan Haynes

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I will answer questions on the 2nd amendment from both historical and present day applications. I will answer questions on the right to keep and bear arms and the significance of this right. I will not answer questions that require legal interpretation or those that are outside of my areas of expertise.

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I have studied the 2nd amendment from a historical view. I have certified as an NRA Range Safety Officer. I am a Federal Firearms License holder, and have a CCW permit. Since 2004, I operated my own gunsmithing shop and offer custom pistolsmithing services. I have served a 4 year term as an elected offical on the Montrose Colorado City Council, becoming Mayor in my 4th year. I am well versed on the US Constitution and firearm laws.

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NRA, NAHC, M1 Garand Collectors Association

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Smith & Wesson Club 1852 fall 2007 issue.

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NRA hunter safety course, NRA Range Safety Officer training, Colorado CCW permit holder, Federal Firearm Licensee, professional pistolsmith.

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