Regaining Firearm Rights After Domestic Violence Conviction

Summary

In utah, individuals convicted of domestic violence may face firearm restrictions. After completing probation, you may be eligible to possess firearms again after a 10-year period. Contact the utah bureau of criminal identification for more information.

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I have a question about a disorderly conduct, domestic violence, class c, conviction. After probation is completed can i get my firearms back
What state are you located in? Laws regarding firearm possession after a domestic violence conviction vary by state.
Utah
What was the exact nature of your conviction and when did it occur?

In Utah, individuals convicted of domestic violence may face firearm restrictions.
it was disorderly conduct domestic violence class c misdemeanor. It happened about two years ago. I completed probation in august
What was the duration of your probation? In Utah, individuals convicted of domestic violence are prohibited from possessing firearms for a period of time after completing probation.
it was a one year probation that is completed
What is the exact date you completed your probation? In Utah, individuals convicted of domestic violence are prohibited from possessing firearms for 10 years after conviction.
august 20th, * I believe around there
Based on the information provided, you completed your probation on August *, *. Therefore, under Utah law, you would be eligible to possess firearms again on August *, *.
who do I contact to make sure *% I can get firearms rights back
You should contact the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification. Their contact number is (*) *-*.
thank you.
You're welcome, **** ****. If you have any more questions in the future, feel free to ask.
What would keep me from obtaining my gun rights with the information I have given
A restraining order, felony conviction, or other domestic violence convictions could prevent you from regaining your gun rights in Utah.
if I don’t have any other convictions I should be eligible, correct?
Yes, if you have no other convictions or restraining orders, you should be eligible to regain your firearm rights after the *-year period in Utah.
oh so I cannot have them until *?
Yes, based on the information you provided and Utah law, you should be eligible to regain your firearm rights on August *, *.
is there anyway to get them sooner
is there anyway to obtain my firearms rights before *
What is the reason you need to regain your firearm rights before *?
I was and would like to continue selling guns as my job. We are avid hunters and we believe in protecting our family
What type of firearms license did you hold before your conviction?
what do you mean? I worked with guns as job I sold them at a sporting goods store and I was about to get hunting licenses right before this all happened I have ny hunter safety, I also had a coyote hunting license
What type of firearm license did you have for selling guns at the sporting goods store?
I guess an FFL
What is the status of your Federal Firearms License (FFL) after your conviction?
I have not tried to use it I lost my job because I thought I could not sell firearms. I’m not sure I understand the question
Did you surrender your Federal Firearms License (FFL) after your conviction or was it revoked?
I am not *% sure I was told by my lawyer to get rid of my guns. She said she did not know the specifics on the laws so I just got rid of my firearms
Did you also surrender your Federal Firearms License (FFL) or was it only the firearms you got rid of?
i have not looked into my license, I just assumed it was revoked. I got rid of my guns and I didn’t go back to work. I give sick around the same time so I didn’t go back to work because I assumed I lost all my rights
What is the current status of your health? Are you able to return to work now?
I am able to return back to work. But not at the job I was at
Why can't you return to your previous job?
I do not work there anymore
What is the reason for not being able to return to your previous job?
my health. And I resigned because I assumed I could not sell guns anymore. I was assistant general manager. And you have to be able to sell guns for that position. I thought my gun rights were gone so i resigned
Have you considered applying for a pardon or expungement to restore your firearm rights earlier? In Utah, this could potentially shorten the waiting period.
when am I eligible to do so? My lawyer hasn’t been to much help with this
In Utah, you can apply for an expungement after 5 years from the date of conviction or completion of probation, whichever is later.
okay so in *-4 years I can apply for that? How likely is that to happen
The likelihood of expungement depends on various factors such as your behavior during probation, any subsequent offenses, and the judge's discretion. It's advisable to consult with a lawyer.
thank you
You're welcome, **** ****. If you need further assistance or have more questions in the future, feel free to ask.
One more. With the firearms I had. Did I need to sell them or could I of had someone hand onto them
Did you transfer ownership of the firearms to another person or did you sell them to a licensed dealer?
I had my uncle take them and he talked to a police officer
Did your uncle officially take ownership of the firearms or are they still registered under your name?
I am not sure. Does he need to take ownership?
Yes, for legal purposes, it's generally recommended that the firearms be officially transferred to another person's name if you're prohibited from owning them.
okay how do I do that? I am assuming that happened already cause I have not been talked to by any police and I do not want to get into further trouble
To officially transfer firearm ownership in Utah, you may need to complete a Bill of Sale or similar document. Have you done this?
I believe I did but I was sort of sick during the time and don’t remember much
Do you have any documentation or can you contact your uncle to confirm if the firearms were officially transferred to his name?
yes and I will contact him to triple check
That's a good idea. It's important to ensure the firearms are legally transferred to avoid any potential legal issues.