Firearm Rights
Update Alert – Oregon State Police not Approving many Firearm Purchases after Expungement / Set Aside
The Oregon State Police recently changed its policy on firearm purchases after a firearm-prohibitive case has been set aside or expunged from your record. The new policy states that the OSP understands that under federal law Oregon Set Asides do not restore firearm rights. The Oregon State Police are incorrect in this interpretation, but it…
Read MoreCan Felons Own Black Powder Guns in Oregon?
Understanding gun ownership laws, especially for felons, can be complex, with variations across different states. In the state of Oregon, unique considerations come into play when discussing whether felons can own black powder guns. Here, we will clarify Oregon’s stance on the issue, providing detailed insights into the legal nuances of black powder gun ownership…
Read MoreCan a Felon Live With Someone Who Owns a Gun in Oregon?
In the state of Oregon, the interplay of firearms possession rights and previous felony convictions can be incredibly complex. Navigating these regulations is often a challenging task, not least for ex-felons considering living with someone who owns a gun. Such a scenario’s legal implications and potential risks require careful consideration and understanding. We will explore…
Read MoreGun Rights are Not Automatically Restored After Fifteen Years Oregon Supreme Court Rules
For years it was believed by many that Oregon law automatically restored a non-violent felon’s firearm rights fifteen years after the end of their sentence. That argument is now legally dead after the Oregon Supreme Court upheld the conviction of Michael Burris for felon in possession of a restricted weapon. Mr. Burris’s attorneys argued that…
Read MoreBuying a Gun with a Criminal Record in Oregon
The right to bear arms is enshrined in the U.S. Constitution. This right is reiterated in the Oregon Constitution as well. In the aftermath of certain criminal offenses, however, these rights may be suspended or revoked. Adults in Oregon who wish to buy firearms are forbidden from doing so if they have been convicted of…
Read MoreThe Ultimate Guide to Owning a Firearm in Oregon
Table of Contents Toggle What Types of Firearms Can I Own?Purchasing a Gun in OregonHow and Where You May Use FirearmsConcealed Carry in OregonOpen Carry in OregonDischarging a Firearm in OregonPointing a GunSelf-Defense with a Firearm in OregonWho Can Possess a Firearm in Oregon?Who Cannot Own or Use a Firearm?What If I Own a Gun…
Read MoreRestoring Firearm Rights Despite a Felony Conviction
One of the consequences of a felony conviction in Oregon is revocation of the right to possess a firearm through the Second Amendment of the United States Constitution. Even if the conviction was many years ago and an isolated event, the loss of the right to purchase and own a gun continues in perpetuity. Thankfully,…
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