Felons and Firearms in North Carolina | Raleigh News

A North Carolina man with just one non-violent felony conviction is challenging the state’s blanket ban on gun ownership for felons, arguing it violates his Second Amendment rights. Backed by ACLU, Cato Institute, and Grass Roots NC, his case questions whether lumping all felonies together is constitutional — especially when the crime didn’t involve violence. Governor Josh Stein and AG Jeff Jackson strongly oppose the challenge, calling the law essential for public safety. The North Carolina Supreme Court is now set to decide whether this sweeping gun restriction stands — a ruling that could reshape how states treat firearm rights for non-violent felons nationwide. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2650ec5f556d46de