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 cannot apply for restoration until they reach the age of thirty. 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 post-discharge before they can apply for restoration. The bill would remove this waiting period and instead require that individuals complete any court-ordered conditions, complete their probation, or be discharged from the Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections before they can apply.

The bill also introduces new provisions that clarify the conditions under which individuals adjudicated for offenses other than the specified dangerous or serious offenses can seek restoration of their firearm rights. This includes the requirement to fulfill court-ordered conditions, complete probation, or achieve discharge from juvenile corrections, thereby streamlining the process for those seeking to regain their rights while ensuring accountability for their past actions.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 8-249