Restoration of Right to Bear Arms

What Does The Restoration Of Right To Bear Arms Mean In Colorado?

For many years residents of Colorado who had a felony conviction in their past could not legally possess a firearm of any kind. This restriction even applied firearms that were permanently inoperable. Possession of a firearm as a convicted felon subjects one to additional felony criminal liability even where the firearm was not used during the commission of an additional criminal offense. 
 
In 2022 the Colorado legislature enacted legislation that added further restrictions on the right to bear arms. However, when doing so it also amended C.R.S. 18-12-108 which is the state statute that establishes criminal liability for possession of a firearm as a prohibited person (felon). 
 
Today, persons which have a state or federal felony which precludes them from legally possessing a firearm may petition the court for relief from that liability pursuant to C.R.S. 18-12-108(3)9b). The petitioner must demonstrate good cause for possessing a firearm by a preponderance of the evidence. This is not an especially high standard in our legal system. 
Naturally, there are exceptions to this petition for relief based on the nature of the prior conviction. Person convicted of crimes of violence, domestic violence and crimes involving dangerous use of firearms are unlikely to obtain relief. 

If you or someone you know believes they may be a good candidate for relief from the permanent restriction on their right to bear arms, call Daniel Shaffer Law for a free consultation. 

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