Legal Question in Appeals and Writs in Illinois

Re: felony offenders possessing a gun

It sounds as though you might be a good candidate for a pardon from the governor that would restore your civil rights and your ability to obtain an FOID card allowing you to legally possess a weapon. I direct your attention to two websites discussing the issue:

http://peacesecurity.suite101.com/article.cfm/gun_ownership_by_convicted_felons

and

http://www.shestokas.com/Expungements.html

I would note that the pardon process can take a long time, though Governor Quinn recently announced his intent to clear up a back log left by Governor Blagojevich. I successfully represented someone for a pardon with a history similar to yours and his gun rights were restored as part of the process.

I have a final question for you though, you should look carefully at your criminal record to be certain of your charges as 2 grams of marijuana is not a felony currently and has not been for some time. On the websites there is information on how to get your criminal history. I suggest you check that. Feel free to contact us with further questions.