MICHIGAN ATTORNEY BARTON MORRIS ASSISTS FELONS NATIONWIDE IN REGAINING FEDERAL GUN RIGHTS

TROY, Mich., Sept. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- After more than three decades of dormancy, the Department of Justice (DOJ) is officially reopening the Federal Firearm Rights Restoration Program (formerly the 925(c) program). 

The Law Offices of Barton Morris, serving non-violent felons nationwide, is now accepting inquiries to guide eligible individuals through the complex application process. The revived program allows individuals who completed their sentences and pose no threat to public safety to restore their Second Amendment rights.

"These are business owners, veterans, hunters, and fathers—people who made a mistake decades ago and have lived honorably since," said attorney Barton Morris. "For them, restoration is about being made whole as a citizen."

Rollout & Critical Deadlines

With over one million people potentially eligible and high demand anticipated, timing is critical:

November 4, 2026: Applications open to the first 5,000 candidates nationwide.

January 4, 2027: Applications open more broadly to the public.

Key Eligibility Details

Case-by-Case Review: Applications are rigorously evaluated based on criminal records, character, and public safety.

Exclusions: Individuals with domestic violence histories, violent crimes, certain sex offenses, or those deemed a danger to society are ineligible.

State vs. Federal Law: Satisfying federal requirements does not automatically clear state laws; dual compliance remains vital.

The Law Offices of Barton Morris will additionally holding an exclusive event in Ferndale, MI on Saturday October 10^th where they will show the public exactly how the new process of this new restoration laws work. Barton himself will be delivering expert instruction on preparing an effective restoration application, weeks before the federal filing window opens on November 4^th.

EXCLUSIVE EVENT DETAILS: 

What: Armed Again: Restoration Day

When: Saturday, October 10, 2026

9:00 A.M. news conference and 10:00 A.M program to include Dept. of Justice representative. 

Where: The Seven event venue, 915 East Drayton, in Ferndale 

Tickets and *registration: Purchase the $99 ticket that will assure your attendance and be credited toward the attendee's retainer if they retain the firm. This includes lunch and refreshments. *Tickets and registration at armedagain.com

For more information or to check eligibility, visit www.armedagain.com to connect with The Law Offices of Barton Morris. Phone: 248-213-9291

MEDIA CONTACT:

Mort Meisner Associates

Mort Meisner: 248-545-2222 or Kristin Schenden: 248-895-5638

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