The Law Offices of Barton Morris, a Michigan criminal defense law firm, has launched ArmedAgain.com, a platform offering resources for individuals seeking to restore their federal firearm rights. This initiative responds to growing interest in the federal firearm rights restoration process, with the program set to begin accepting applications in 2026.
ArmedAgain.com serves as a comprehensive resource hub, providing educational materials such as articles, videos, and a community forum for those navigating the complexities of firearm rights restoration. The platform features the Armed Again Eligibility Calculator, a tool that enables users to evaluate their potential qualification based on details of their convictions, time elapsed since completion of sentences, and other relevant factors. Additionally, ArmedAgain.com includes regular updates on the restoration process through a Substack blog and various social media channels.
This new platform builds upon the firm's established practice in Michigan firearm rights restoration. Individuals who have lost their firearm rights due to criminal convictions, mental health adjudications, or domestic violence orders can pursue restoration through established state procedures. The process typically involves an initial eligibility assessment, preparation of necessary petitions, and legal representation at required hearings.
For misdemeanor convictions, expungement may be possible after three to five years. Non-specified felonies generally require a three-year waiting period following sentence completion, while specified felonies involving force, controlled substances, or weapons necessitate a five-year period after probation or incarceration. A petition to the circuit court must demonstrate the individual's rehabilitation and confirm that they pose no risk to public safety.
Even after successful state-level restoration, federal restrictions under 18 U.S.C. ยง 922(g) may persist, requiring additional steps to address. The Law Offices of Barton Morris manages both state and federal dimensions of these cases, ensuring thorough handling from assessment to resolution.
Barton Morris, principal attorney at The Law Offices of Barton Morris and Michigan's only Forensic Lawyer-Scientist designated by the American Chemical Society, explained the platform's purpose. "ArmedAgain.com offers a centralized source for news, updates, and practical tools like the eligibility calculator to assist individuals in determining if they may qualify for federal firearm rights restoration," said Morris.
Beyond firearm rights, the firm supports clients with driver's license restoration for those impacted by suspensions or revocations related to criminal charges. Attorneys guide clients through administrative appeals, circuit court proceedings, applications for restricted licenses, and compliance with Secretary of State requirements, including substance abuse evaluations.
In drug crimes defense, the team defends clients against charges ranging from possession to trafficking. They scrutinize evidence handling, the legality of searches, and forensic data to pursue reduced charges or alternative resolutions. The firm also manages marijuana-related offenses, which continue to arise despite legalization, encompassing issues like illegal cultivation, unlicensed distribution, and federal charges.
The firm's general criminal defense services cover a broad spectrum of state and federal cases, including assault, theft, DUI, violent crimes, property offenses, fraud, and more. Their approach entails detailed case evaluation, independent investigations, customized strategies, negotiation with prosecutors, and preparation for trial when necessary.
The firm's methodology incorporates scientific analysis, drawing on Morris's specialized training in forensic chromatography, drug recognition, and breath testing to identify potential issues in evidence for complex cases.
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The Law Offices of Barton Morris has provided criminal defense services in Michigan for over 25 years. The practice focuses on criminal matters, serving clients throughout the state with particular emphasis on southeast Michigan counties.
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