Millions lose gun rights unjustly across the U.S

Elizabeth Oyer, the Justice Department's pardon attorney, was fired after refusing to recommend restoring Mel Gibson's gun rights due to his past misdemeanor domestic violence conviction. This incident highlights broader issues regarding gun rights for individuals with criminal records. Many Americans lose their gun rights without a history of violence, facing significant barriers to regaining them. Current laws, including 18 USC 922, impose lifetime bans based on certain convictions, regardless of the nature of the crime. Judicial rulings have questioned the constitutionality of these laws, but individuals still struggle to seek relief. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives cannot process applications for restoring gun rights due to funding restrictions, leaving many without recourse.