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, our dedicated team of Second Amendment advocates is here to help make sense of ever-changing and often confusing gun laws here in Illinois.
- Noncitizens: Noncitizens unlawfully present in the United States or those admitted under a non-immigrant visa without the necessary exceptions are barred from obtaining a FOID card.
- Dishonorable Discharges: Those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces and received a dishonorable discharge are prohibited from obtaining a firearm, which means they also cannot obtain a FOID Card. Crossroad Legal may be able to help upgrade your character of discharge under certain circumstances.
- Federal Felony Convictions: For many years, federal law has provided a legal mechanism for obtaining relief from a federal felony conviction. However, the ATF’s annual appropriation since 1992 has prohibited the agency from spending the necessary funds to investigate and act on petitions for relief, leaving no real mechanism for restoring rights. If this applies to you, then a presidential pardon would be necessary.
These prohibitions are enforced by the Illinois State Police, which has the authority to deny, revoke, and seize FOID cards based on any of these prohibitions. But if your denial, suspension, or revocation is based on anything else, there is a chance we can still help!
At Crossroad Legal, we know that your Second Amendment rights are more than a luxury – they’re your birthright as an American, and we’re here to help you protect them. If you or someone you know believes their Second Amendment rights have been unlawfully violated, call us 24/7 at (833) FOID-LAW [364-3529] or schedule a free consultation with an experienced gun rights attorney today!