You may use the forms on this page if the following factors apply to your situation:
- You may use the forms and instructions in this packet if...
- Your case was handled in the Superior Court of Arizona in Maricopa County or a Federal District Court, AND
- You have read the restoration of rights statutes (A.R.S. § 13-905 and those that follow), and you are eligible under the statutes OR
- You are asking the Court to reconsider a denial of a previous application.
- DO NOT USE THE FORMS in this packet if:
- Your conviction was from a justice, city or magistrate court. Contact that court for further information.
- Your civil and/or firearms rights were automatically restored under A.R.S. § 13-907.
- Note: In Arizona, civil rights are automatically restored after first-time felonies when probation is completed or there is an absolute discharge from imprisonment. See A.R.S. § 13-907. If your first-time felony conviction was outside Arizona, or in Federal Court, right restoration is not automatic, and an Application to Restore Rights is still required. You may check your court orders or contact the Criminal Department at (602) 506-8575 (if your case was in Maricopa County) to confirm whether your civil and firearm rights have been restored.
- You were convicted of a "dangerous offense" under A.R.S. § 13-704, and wish to restore your firearms rights.
- You were convicted of a "serious offense" as defined under A.R.S. § 13-706 and wish to restore your firearms rights; and it has not been ten (10) years from the date of your absolute discharge from imprisonment or discharge from probation.
Restoration of Civil and/or Gun Rights Instructions and Forms - CRRR1
