The proposed bill, if enacted, would amend current statutes regarding the restoration of firearm rights for juveniles adjudicated for certain offenses. Under current law, individuals adjudicated for dangerous or serious offenses must wait until they are thirty years old to apply for restoration of their firearm rights. The bill would lower this age requirement to twenty-five years. Additionally, for those adjudicated for other felony offenses, the current law mandates a two-year waiting period from discharge before they can apply for restoration. The bill would remove this waiting period and instead require that individuals complete specific conditions, including court-ordered requirements, probation terms, or discharge from the Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections, before they can request restoration.

The bill introduces new language that clarifies the conditions under which individuals adjudicated for offenses other than the outlined serious or dangerous offenses can seek restoration of their firearm rights. This includes the completion of any court-ordered conditions, the completion of probation, or discharge from juvenile corrections, thereby streamlining the process for those seeking to regain their rights after serving their sentences. Overall, the bill aims to provide a more accessible pathway for juvenile offenders to restore their firearm rights while maintaining certain safeguards.

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