Bill > HB3496

This bill amends the Firearm Owners Identification Card (FOID) Act to create a new pathway for individuals charged with specific weapon-related offenses to obtain a FOID card. Specifically, individuals charged with unlawful use of weapons or aggravated unlawful use of a weapon, who are sentenced to a First Time Weapons Offense Program or another court-ordered diversionary program, can now apply for a FOID card before completing their program. The Illinois State Police are required to issue the FOID card once the person provides a court order demonstrating successful completion of the diversionary program, assuming they meet all other eligibility requirements. The bill also introduces a new processing timeline, mandating that such applications be approved or denied within 10 business days of receiving the court order or written notification from a State's Attorney confirming program completion. This change provides an opportunity for individuals to potentially regain their firearm ownership rights more quickly after participating in a court-supervised rehabilitation program, while still maintaining eligibility requirements to ensure public safety.

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https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=3496&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104