Indiana Felony Reduced, Now What to expect?

[cz_699]

I was arrested in 2010, and convicted of D Felony Theft, with the provision that once I completed probation and restitution, I could petition the court for misdemeanor treatment, including an official sentence change. I successfully did this last year, mainly because my now preschool aged child's school does background checks for field trips. I have my notarized court paperwork, and an "unofficial (non-notarized copy)" of my official Indiana Criminal History from the state police. My conviction is listed as "D Felony " with "Amended A Misdemeanor" immediately below it. I've been unable to contact my lawyer (apparently he's very busy...) since my interest in firearms has returned, but he specifically informed me in the State's eyes I am no longer a Felon, and because of the stipulation in my plea agreement, I now "was never a felon." I'm going to try to buy a gun Friday, (because apparently it's impossible to have a NICS check done for any other reason). I fully expect a delay or even a denial. I know (per instructions on the 4473) I am to mark that I have not been convicted of a felony, but I am more interested in how the appeal process works. I was going to fill out the VAF but the FBI's website not to unless I get denied or delayed. Am I or will I be able to get a License to Carry Handgun? I know most of you aren't lawyers, but I'd appreciate opinions and experiences. Thanks, Chad.

 

[MtnCreek]

I would very carefully read the instructions for question 11c (on page 4). If there is any doubt, discuss with your attorney before submitting the form.

https://www.atf.gov/files/forms/download/atf-f-4473-1.pdf

 

[tacxted]

cz 699

In my youth I did some very stupid things. I was told i cant use firearms anymore.

After several years my interest returned and i decided to find out if I could own firearms. I went to my local PD an asked to speak to an officer, I told him what I was trying to find out and I asked him if he could check my felony status. A phone call later and I was cleared.

I bought a gun a few months later.

Go ask you local PD, they serve you, and I'm sure they would be happy to help.
If you need more proof for yourself, wait to talk to your attorney.

 

[cz_699]

Thanks, just talked to the local p.d. Waiting on a callback to come talk to an officer this afternoon. We'll see what they say....

 

[Frank Ettin]

...Go ask you local PD, they serve you, and I'm sure they would be happy to help....

In general, going to the local police is a really lousy way to get advice on a real life, serious personal legal problem. They aren't lawyers and most certainly aren't your lawyer.

Another lousy place to come for advice on a real life, serious, personal legal problem is an Internet forum.

Someone with a real life, serious, personal legal problem needs his own, qualified attorney. Among other things, he can supply complete information to his attorney and any discussions between him and his attorney are confidential.