The bill HB2617 proposes amendments to the current law regarding the restoration of firearm rights for juveniles convicted of felonies. Under the existing law, individuals adjudicated for dangerous or serious offenses, as well as certain burglary and arson charges, must wait until they are 30 years old to apply for the restoration of their firearm rights. The new bill lowers this age requirement to 25 years. Additionally, for those convicted of other felony offenses, the current law mandates a two-year waiting period after discharge before they can apply for restoration. The proposed changes replace this waiting period with alternative conditions that must be met, including completing court-ordered conditions, completing probation, or being discharged from the Department of Juvenile Corrections.

Overall, the bill aims to make it easier for juveniles to regain their firearm rights by reducing the age threshold and providing more flexible criteria for restoration, thereby potentially allowing for earlier reintegration into society for those who have served their time.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 8-249
House Engrossed Version: 8-249