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SB 2840

FOID CARDS-REINSTATEMENT

104th Regular Session Introduced by Willie Preston

SB 2840 establishes or modifies reinstatement procedures for revoked or denied Illinois Firearm Owner Identification cards, affecting gun owners' legal possession rights.

Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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Bill Summary · SB 2840

Legislative bill overview

SB 2840 addresses the reinstatement of Firearm Owners Identification (FOID) cards in Illinois. The bill appears to establish procedures or modify conditions under which individuals whose FOID cards have been revoked, suspended, or denied can petition for reinstatement. This is a focused measure dealing with Illinois's unique firearm licensing system.

Why is this important

FOID cards are required in Illinois for lawful firearm possession and ammunition purchases, making reinstatement procedures directly affect gun owners' legal ability to possess firearms. The specifics of reinstatement criteria significantly impact public safety policy and individual Second Amendment rights. How easily or strictly reinstatements are granted influences both firearm access and regulatory oversight.

Potential points of contention

  • Second Amendment vs. public safety balance: Advocates will debate whether reinstatement standards are too lenient (risking dangerous individuals regaining access) or too strict (unfairly preventing rehabilitation or innocent people from exercising rights)
  • Grounds for original revocation: The bill's scope depends on which prior denial reasons qualify for reinstatement consideration—domestic violence convictions, mental health adjudications, and other triggers have different stakeholder perspectives
  • Procedural fairness and cost: Questions about who bears the burden of proof, whether applicants can challenge initial decisions, and whether reinstatement petition fees create barriers to access

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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