When a person is convicted of a felony crime, there are several consequences that go along with it, many of which disrupt or impact a person\u2019s life forever. One of the many restrictions convicted felons must live with is the right to purchase a firearm. But now that recent laws have approved criminal record expungement, many people are taking advantage of sealing their past criminal convictions from public access, leading them to ask several questions about restoring their rights as well. A common inquiry among past felons filing for expungement involves the right to purchase and bear arms. Continue reading to learn more about expunging felony criminal records and how it influences a person\u2019s right to purchase a gun.<\/p>\n
In Indiana, if a person was charged with a felony or misdemeanor, but never found guilty, then they are eligible for expungement. But if a person has any conviction on their criminal record, whether for a misdemeanor or felony offense, they are not eligible to have it expunged. However, they may qualify to have it placed under restricted access, which is sometimes referred to as record \u201csealing\u201d rather than record expungement. To petition for a chance at sealing criminal records in Indiana, all of the following statements listed below must be true:<\/p>\n
1.\tOffense was a Misdemeanor or Level 6 Felony When a person is convicted of a felony offense, they immediately lose their right to purchase or bear firearms. And since Indiana only allows past convicts who qualify to seal and restrict their criminal records, rather than expunge them, they can never regain that privilege again. The only way a person\u2019s right to purchase and bear firearms can be restored is if they were never convicted of a crime or their charges were later dropped or dismissed. All those with convictions on their criminal record cannot expunge their Call 317-636-7514<\/strong> for help sealing and expunging criminal records<\/strong> in Indiana. Our rates start as low as $850, making our legal services affordable for everyone! Our comprehensive understanding of Indiana expungement law, coupled with our acute work ethic, makes us the perfect ally when petitioning the government. We will ensure you qualify before taking the time to file and process paperwork, and furthermore, ensure that all your filing and proceedings are accurately managed and carried out on time. Call 317-636-7514 to discuss your eligibility with a licensed Indiana criminal record expungement lawyer<\/strong> today!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" When a person is convicted of a felony crime, there are several consequences that go along with it, many of which disrupt or impact a person\u2019s life forever. One of the many restrictions convicted felons must live with is the … Continue reading
\n2.\tThey Caused No Bodily Injury
\n3.\tNo New Convictions Since the Conviction
\n4.\tIt Has Been at Least 8 Years Since the Conviction
\n5.\tOffense was not Sexual nor Violent<\/em><\/font><\/p>\nGun Rights<\/h1>\n
\nconvictions, therefore, they cannot have their
\nright to firearms reinstated in Indiana.<\/p>\nIndiana Expungement Lawyer<\/h2>\n