Experienced Firearm Lawyers Serving Seattle, King, and Snohomish Counties
Firearm Rights are Yours as a Citizen
The right to own firearms is yours as a citizen, but regaining this basic right can be difficult after certain convictions. Vacating a conviction isn't a requirement to regain firearm rights, but similar criteria for eligibility make it simple to do both at the same time. However, there are some situations where the crime is too serious to pursue legal action. Typical gun rights restoration cases handled by the firearm lawyers at The Rainier Law Group include the elements below:
Conviction of a non-violent felony
Conviction in a domestic violence misdemeanor
Subjection to protection orders that are no longer necessary
Explaining Your Options
If you’re a convicted felon or have been convicted of certain misdemeanors, there may be options and procedures in place to get your firearm rights back depending on your specific situation. The type of conviction on your record will determine the requirements you must meet. For example, a felony conviction and a select few misdemeanors require you to wait five years after the conviction before petitioning a court to restore your firearm right. Other misdemeanors require a three-year waiting period. A Class A felony or sex offense disqualifies you from restoring your firearm rights. The Rainier Law Group team makes sure you understand your options and helps you choose the best path forward for you.
Need a Firearm Lawyer in King or Snohomish County?
You can count on The Rainier Law Group to be on your side when you need to get your firearm rights back. Our many years of experience as firearm lawyers focusing on gun rights and criminal record expungement makes us uniquely qualified to help you. The best way to find out if you qualify to have your gun rights restored is to contact us and speak to one of our attorneys directly.
Walking With You Through the Process
The process of restoring your firearm rights generally takes a few months, and it’s important to remember that gun rights restoration doesn’t expunge a criminal conviction from your record. We begin with a complimentary consultation to evaluate the specifics of your case and determine whether you’re eligible for gun rights restoration. If we believe you’re eligible, we proceed with the steps below:
File a petition with the appropriate court
Deliver your petition to the necessary parties
Compile proof you’ve met the legal requirements for restoration
Communicate with the judge on your behalf
Attend the hearing with you (most counties don’t require a hearing)
Compose your gun rights restoration order for the judge’s signature
File documentation with the appropriate law enforcement agencies on
your behalf