Bearsfan25 Posted January 26, 2018 at 10:06 PM Share Posted January 26, 2018 at 10:06 PM I'm new to the forum so this question may have been asked before but I was denied my Foid card due to being adjudicated a juvenile delinquent for a non forcible felony of retail theft when I was 16 I am now 34. What are my appeal options? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Molly B. Posted January 26, 2018 at 10:21 PM Share Posted January 26, 2018 at 10:21 PM Since it was not a forcible felony, you should be able to file an appeal with the Illinois State Police. https://ispfsb.com/Public/Firearms/FOID/NonMentalHealth.pdf https://ispfsb.com/Public/Firearms/FOID/AppealRequest.pdf https://ispfsb.com/Public/Firearms/FOID/Investigation.pdf These appeals are taking anywhere from 6 mos. to a year or more so be prepared for a wait. If you decide to file the appeal, we suggest sending it via special delivery with a request for a signed receipt. Keep a complete set of the appeal documents for your own files.Also, please keep us posted here as to the timeline of your appeal - the information could be very helpful to others in the same situation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bearsfan25 Posted January 26, 2018 at 11:08 PM Author Share Posted January 26, 2018 at 11:08 PM So I would just fill out these 3 forms and mail them in? Thanks for the help Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Molly B. Posted January 26, 2018 at 11:23 PM Share Posted January 26, 2018 at 11:23 PM There is more to do than just the forms. The first link lists additional info and instructions you will need to complete. Also, it's good to have a copy of court documents showing the disposition of the case and that you successfully completed any probation requirements. 4. Notarized, signed and dated, statement in your own words, including the following information: a.Details and circumstances regarding any and all convictions;b.Statements regarding any sentence including jail time or probation served; and,c.Statements regarding your compliance or non-compliance with the terms and conditions of your probation or parole, including any required drug testing.d.Statements to support your suitability for the restoration of your firearm rights.5.At least three current (within 45 days), notarized letters from adults (signed and dated), at least one from an adult living with you*, stating: a.His/her full name, date of birth, and relationship to you; b.His/her opinion of your current risk of dangerousness; c.His/her opinion of your ability to possess firearms in a manner that will not be dangerous to public safety or yourself; andd.His/her knowledge of your criminal history and/or denial/revocation of your FOID card. *If no adult is living with you, a letter from a close relative is acceptable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bearsfan25 Posted January 26, 2018 at 11:53 PM Author Share Posted January 26, 2018 at 11:53 PM It states at the bottom of the form it does not apply to my situation I must appeal to the circut court. That's a bummer, how do I go about that? I can't find anything online Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skinnyb82 Posted January 27, 2018 at 01:49 AM Share Posted January 27, 2018 at 01:49 AM Are you eligible for expungement? Even an adjudicated minor with a forcible felony can get that expunged, provided they meet the criteria. It would be better for you in the long run to wipe it from your sheet, if that's possible. Sent from my VS987 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mkhalil61 Posted January 27, 2018 at 04:04 AM Share Posted January 27, 2018 at 04:04 AM Are you eligible for expungement? Even an adjudicated minor with a forcible felony can get that expunged, provided they meet the criteria. It would be better for you in the long run to wipe it from your sheet, if that's possible. Sent from my VS987 using Tapatalk +1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Molly B. Posted January 27, 2018 at 04:06 AM Share Posted January 27, 2018 at 04:06 AM It states at the bottom of the form it does not apply to my situation I must appeal to the circut court. That's a bummer, how do I go about that? I can't find anything online The bottom of the form or the bottom of the letter? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bearsfan25 Posted January 27, 2018 at 01:23 PM Author Share Posted January 27, 2018 at 01:23 PM The bottom of the appeal request form Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skinnyb82 Posted January 27, 2018 at 02:34 PM Share Posted January 27, 2018 at 02:34 PM @Bearsfan, Please look into expungement. Your records are already sealed as per state law. It doesn't matter if you were adjudicated a delinquent minor, you were still a minor so it gets sealed. You've kept your nose clean for 18 years. You MUST be eligible for expungement. I'm willing to do a little bit of legwork for you if you'd like. It would really be best for you in the long run to get it removed. Sent from my VS987 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bearsfan25 Posted January 27, 2018 at 09:14 PM Author Share Posted January 27, 2018 at 09:14 PM How can I message you to discuss expunging Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skinnyb82 Posted January 28, 2018 at 12:30 AM Share Posted January 28, 2018 at 12:30 AM Yeah go ahead and PM me. Go to my profile and....crap, I always use Tapatalk so I kinda forgot the web interface heh. There's a PM option in my profile though. Sent from my VS987 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Molly B. Posted January 29, 2018 at 05:29 PM Share Posted January 29, 2018 at 05:29 PM The bottom of the appeal request form Yes, I have confirmed with ISP that your appeal must be filed in Circuit Court. We can help walk you through that. In the mean time, you need to collect all the information that is listed on those forms. You will need it and the letters to present in your petition for relief to the court. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bearsfan25 Posted January 30, 2018 at 12:33 PM Author Share Posted January 30, 2018 at 12:33 PM OK. Thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Molly B. Posted January 30, 2018 at 06:19 PM Share Posted January 30, 2018 at 06:19 PM https://www.illinois.gov/osad/Expungement/Documents/Juvenile%20Exp%20Guide/JuvenileExpungementGuide.pdf Please check this link explaining who qualifies to expunge. It's very possible that you qualify. Look at Category 2. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bearsfan25 Posted February 1, 2018 at 05:36 PM Author Share Posted February 1, 2018 at 05:36 PM I started the expunging process. So if that goes through can I just reapply later and answer no to the question that asks if I was ever adjudicated a juvenile delinquent? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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