I was Googling around and found this original thread here.
My question was:
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I have a question about if I can own a firearm or not.
12 years ago when I was in my early 20s and in college, I did something extremely dumb and was charged with 'aggravated arson' in Natchitoches, LA. I accepted a plea deal and served probation and paid off all of my fines. I have not been in any kind of trouble since then.
Can I ever own a firearm?
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It appears after reading 10+ pages of the original thread. The overall answer is a resounding NO. I can never own a gun in the state of LA. :\ that sorta...sucks for someone who is completely different now VS when I was 21 and in college.
That is what HB142 is trying to correct.
LA has a process for you to have your rights restored.
This will bring the CHP law in line for the ATF to recognize that your right were restored.