Robert K. Merting - Attorney at Law
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For clients looking to restore their firearm rights a fundamental question is whether to pursue a pardon or an expunction (i.e. expungement). There are many factors which affect the ultimate decision, and we will consider some of these today. Qualifications To start, you should determine whether you qualify for a pardon or an expunction. If Read More …
When you lose your civil rights, including the right to own and bear arms, it is troubling to even think about. Many people hide the fact or deny it. Unfortunately, this is counter productive and does nothing to get your gun rights back. In most instances, time alone will not restore your rights. But, with Read More …
The decision to apply for a pardon is not always easy. Very few people seek a pardon twice, and thus the entire procedure is practically unknown to the applicant. So how do you prepare yourself for seeking a pardon? The Department First it is important to understand the procedure for a Pardon in South Carolina. Unlike other Read More …
If you want to open carry a firearm, you best be polite. It also helps to know the law, your rights, and what to expect. To that end, we discuss Constitutional limitations on police actions where open carrying is legal. (NOTE: Not every police officer will know, recognize, and respect your Constitutional Rights. We all know Read More …
It is commonly understood that felons and other prohibited persons cannot own firearms. However, strictly speaking this statement is incorrect. Prohibited Persons cannot possess firearms or control their movement in interstate commerce. (This includes a prohibition on controlling who uses a firearm through the legal theory of constructive possession.) See Henderson v. United States 575 US Read More …