Felony Probation - Florida

[WadsonF]

What is the definition of Felony probation?

Can they own a firearm after or during the sentence?

Ever?

What is the process to get rights restored?

This information is for my friend.

[PhilipCal]

What is the definition of Felony probation?

Can they own a firearm after or during the sentence?

Ever?

What is the process to get rights restored?

This information is for my friend.

Probation normally is granted as a non-custody alternative to prison time. At the discretion of the court, Probation can be granted immediately at sentencing, or after a portion of the sentence has been served in actual custody. In Felony convictions, the individual is prohibited from voting, holding public office, or owning/possessing a firearm or ammunition. Civil Rights can be restored in the event a Pardon is granted and full Civil Rights restored. This is a legal process and will vary from state to state.

[WadsonF]

Perfect. Thank you.

[mustanginky]

A person on Felony Probation can never own a firearm, due to federal/state laws disallowing this. Restoration of rights such as voting can occour though. As stated above i'm just re-iterating this.

[FLIrishK9]

The only thing I would add to PhillipCal's answer is felony probation is given in circumstances where the offender could have been sentenced to at least 1 year in prison (at least in Florida).