Kelly Restores Firearm Rights for Client Convicted of Multiple Felony Motor Vehicle Thefts

Kelly Keegan’s client obtained his permit to carry but had a gun purchase denied pursuant to a federal check due to three felony motor vehicle theft convictions in Carver County. At the time Kelly’s client committed the offenses, felony theft of a motor vehicle was considered a crime of violence under Minnesota state law, subjecting him to a lifetime ban on possessing firearms. The Minnesota Supreme Court determined in 2020 that the Minnesota Legislature removed felony theft of a motor vehicle from the list of crimes of violence. However, a judicial order is still needed for the federal government to recognize restoration under federal law. Kelly was able to obtain a court order showing her client’s ability to possess firearms has been restored and submit appeal documents to have his Federal records updated so that he can finally purchase a firearm.