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Justice Department creates a new pathway to restore gun rights for some convicted of felonies
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· August 17, 2026
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Key points Further details about this new rule and its application process are available from the Justice Department. A new rule has been finalized by the Justice Department, affecting individuals in Los Angeles and beyond.
A new rule has been finalized by the Justice Department, affecting individuals in Los Angeles and beyond. This rule creates a pathway for people to restore their gun rights.
The rule applies to those who have been convicted of felonies and as a result, were barred from owning firearms. It allows them to apply for reinstatement of their gun rights.
Further details about this new rule and its application process are available from the Justice Department.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 17, 2026 ·
Source: ABC7 Los Angeles (KABC) ·
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