Q: I am convicted of 2 felony is it possible for me to get the right to use a gun to hunt?
One felony aid assault 6 years ago and the circumstance was I was in an argument with my girlfriend she asked me to leave and I tried to get in the car and go she kept yelling and after I backed up she jumped on the hood , I drove off she fell off and was injured. I was not the aggressor, the other felony was in 2010. Attempted aggravated robbery, the circumstances was my girlfriend wrecked my car and was killed , I was grieving was in a detox facility they gave me benzodiazepines I left with another man, went into a restaurant asked for money and the lady freaked out and ran and locked herself in a back room I left the building and was found minutes later and arrested for attempting to rob the place , probably should have instead been charged with public intoxication. Anyways , do judges look at individual cases and circumstances or is it all just one size fits all ? Is there a chance of getting this right back? I want to hunt deer and wild boar . My convictions were in Tennessee.
A:
In the United States, particularly in Tennessee, felony convictions generally restrict an individual's right to possess firearms. However, there are paths to potentially restoring these rights, though they can be complex and vary by state. In your case, specific factors of your past convictions will be important, but the law primarily looks at the nature of the felony rather than the individual circumstances surrounding it.
For someone with felony convictions looking to restore gun rights, the first step is usually to seek a restoration of civil rights or a pardon. This can be a lengthy process and typically involves demonstrating rehabilitation and a period of crime-free living. The specifics can differ significantly based on state laws and the details of the convictions.
You should consult with legal counsel familiar with Tennessee law and firearm rights restoration. They can provide guidance based on your unique situation and help navigate the legal system. While judges do review individual cases, the laws have set guidelines that must be followed. Restoring gun rights is not guaranteed and often requires a thorough legal process.
A: I doubt it, and a Pardon from the Governor does not look promising. Ask the NRA to refer you to an attorney that knows firearm laws, and find out some of the legal weapons you can possess.
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