Old criminal matters can often interfere with individual career goals. My client, a military veteran and federal employee, recently discovered that he was ineligible for an LTC due to two OUI convictions in the early 2000’s. As a result, despite his impeccable resume, high test scores and glowing references, his candidacy for a position as a police officer was put on hold indefinitely.
One option to address an old conviction is to petition the Firearms Licensing Review Board. The Board holds ajudicatory hearings and has the power to restore a person’s LTC rights in certain specific situations.
Unfortunately, many people mistakenly believe that simply showing up for a Board hearing is enough to restore their firearms rights. Those people soon discover that they were woefully unprepared and have ruined their only shot at Board approval.
My client initially considered representing himself. Luckily, he spoke with me before filing his petition. We soon discovered that significant work was necessary before my client could appear before the Board. After some tricky litigation, we were able to prepare a successful petition, restore my client’s LTC rights and release the hold on his police officer position.
The key to success in a hearing before the Board is preparation. Only an attorney who has extensive experience with the Board can properly prepare you for your hearing. Hiring an attorney who has served as Counsel to the Board and has successfully litigated before the Board is a smart move if you want to restore your LTC rights.
Attorney Jason A. Guida 
I was just denied LTC by the Dennis PD because of an OUI in 2007 is it worth the effort to try & appeal this & what are the proper steps to take to make this happen?
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Hi Lynne – thank you for contacting me. There are different ways to address this depending on the exact reason for the denial. Please send me an email with your contact info and we will reach out directly – jason@lawguida.com
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I need help about a false incaceration that happened in 2012 that put a mark on my record. Do you deal with this area when it comes to firrarms rights restoration?
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Hi Derek – I am happy to discuss this matter but prefer to do so off-line. Please call my office at (781) 233-9191 when you have a moment _ j
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Had my LTC and on renewal the chief said I had a blip. Now I need help to restore this.
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Good afternoon-
I apologize for the delay. I am happy to assist you but it is best to discuss offline.. What is a good number to reach you at?
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I was convicted of a misdemeanor assault and battery in 1984. I had a LTC during the 1990’s but i let it expire. When i recently applied for a LTC i was denied because of the 1984 conviction. It was not domestic in nature. I would like to have my rights restored if possible in Massachusetts. Also I own a house in Maine and would like to know if I am prohibited federally from buying a firearm there because of the 1984 conviction.
Thank You!
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Good afternoon –
I am happy to discuss – this appears to be something that may be addressed by the FLRB. However, I prefer to discuss offline. What is a good number to reach you at?
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Woburn ma denied ltc unrestricted given hunt target chief said
Take me to court you will lose
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Hi Rob – unfortunately Woburn has a strict restriction policy and the courts routinely uphold these types of policies.
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How can state law be changed by an individual cheif
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Cheif of woburn said can sell house move to a gun friendly city
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Unfortunately the law does allow Chiefs to apply use restrictions to LTCs. Your best bet is to speak with your local and state legislators
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Bill h1296 before public safety homeland security rep mincelli d Wilmington
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I would like to discuss the matters w u about applieing to get my ltc back after losing it 5 or 6 yrs ago. I no that they can’t refuse me an fid but that’s not good enough for me I have no felonies on record n therefore I feel I shouldn’t have to settle for an fid when it’s my giving right under our constitution to hold an ltc.lpoking forward to hearing from you. Respectively. Paul j champagne.from Templeton ma.
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Good afternoon Mr. Champagne:
It is generally best that we discuss these matters offline. I can tell you that the Chief’s discretion to deny a license based on suitability applies to both LTCs and FIDs now. The Chief is allowed to use charged conduct and even uncharged conduct. The courts have held that there is no right to the LTC. Please contact my office at your convenience to discuss your matter – 617-383-3652.
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i was denied my non resident LTC due to a Conviction of a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for more than two years (includes conviction for OUI after May 27 1994). My offense was a breathalyzer refusal that dates back to 1/3/95 . can I appeal this ? If so what actions do i need to take?
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Good afternoon Mr. Gagne-
I believe my assistant reached out to get more information. I will be happy to review this matter with you. – J
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what information do you need from me?
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Hi Paul – I believe my assistant emailed you with a request for some documents
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I also am a veteran and lost my ltc around 1998. Went to FLRB alone and prepared . And was allowed it back. Now the federal law stepped in mass. and again was revoked.All over a misdemeanor oui.I have had a spotless record since 1998.And I mean spotless… I am 62 , a law abiding citizen and a marine corps vet, with almost 40 years
working for the same company since 1980.This isn’t fair or right especially with the change in the social climate.Any realistic options to get it back?!
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Good afternoon Mr. Bigos – this is an issue that I have been working on for over 2 years. I have successfully challenged and overturned dozens of denials after FLRB relief (there is more info on my website). Please call my office to discuss – (617) 383-4652.
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