by CrossRoad Legal | Mar 21, 2025 | FOID Card
Who is Permanently Barred from Ever Having a FOID Card in Illinois? In Illinois, several categories of individuals are permanently barred from obtaining a Firearms Owner’s Identification (FOID) card, including those with specific types of felonies. At Crossroad Legal,...
by CrossRoad Legal | Mar 19, 2025 | FOID Card
Can Felons Get a FOID Card? Under the Gun Control Act of 1968, a felony conviction creates a “legal disability” preventing one from legally obtaining or possessing a firearm. This is a federal law that applies to all Americans. Based on this, Illinois law can prohibit...
by CrossRoad Legal | Mar 17, 2025 | FOID Card
Can you Smoke Weed and Keep Your FOID Card in Illinois? Even though recreational marijuana use is legal in Illinois, smoking weed can put your firearm rights at risk. The Illinois State Police (ISP) can suspend or revoke your Firearm Owner’s Identification (FOID) card...
by CrossRoad Legal | May 11, 2023 | FOID Card
Illinois’ Newly Created FOID Card Review Board Already Lagging in Response Times On January 1, 2023, Illinois created a FOID Card Review Board to review incoming appeals. In Illinois, all residents who wish to possess, own, or even shop for a firearm must have...
