Ohio Court Lets Gun Rights Be Restored

Ohio’s highest court just handed a major win to gun rights restoration advocates — ruling that a man with a past domestic violence conviction can petition state courts to regain his gun rights, even if federal law still bars him. Patrick Heffley, convicted of felony domestic violence two decades ago, was caught in a legal loop: federal law won’t let him have guns, but state law could restore his rights — if he’s shown to be law-abiding. The court sided with him, saying state courts have the power to restore rights if someone has lived responsibly and poses no threat. Justice Brunner strongly dissented, warning the ruling could endanger victims, citing a 84% jump in firearm-related domestic violence deaths. This decision is part of a broader wave of gun law reconsiderations in Ohio, including carry rules and how federal rulings might reshape state policy. Support the show:Get a discount at https://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/37a4f3254a85c158