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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 The new rule was launched by the newly confirmed Attorney General, and more information can be found through official sources or news outlets like The Monitor. The Justice Department has created a new rule that allows individuals with felony convictions to apply for reinstatement of their gun rights.
The Justice Department has created a new rule that allows individuals with felony convictions to apply for reinstatement of their gun rights. This development is seen as a victory for Second Amendment advocates.
The process is intended to provide a pathway for nonviolent individuals to regain their right to own firearms. Further details about the rule and application process are available from the Justice Department.
The new rule was launched by the newly confirmed Attorney General, and more information can be found through official sources or news outlets like The Monitor.
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Category: safety Published: August 17, 2026 Source: MyRGV.com (The Monitor) - All News Reading time: 1 min
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