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New federal bill seeking to restore some felons' gun rights

By Douglas A. Berman

Because I expect continued litigation and uncertainty about felon gun rights in the wake of Heller, I am very pleased to discover this new press release indicating that at least one member of Congress is eager to address these matters head-on through new legislation (with the backing of the National Rifle Association).  The press release comes from the office of US Congressman Bart Stupak from Michigan, and here are excerpts:U.S. Congressman Bart Stupak (D-Menominee) has introduced legislation to restore the gun rights of individuals convicted of minor, non-violent crimes.  H.R. 6622, the Second Amendment Restoration Act, ensures states have the discretion to restore individuals? gun rights after conviction of minor crimes.  The National Rifle Association (NRA) endorsed the legislation this week...continue to full post

Full post as published by Sentencing Law and Policy on July 27, 2008 (boomark / email).