I agree. I know I am in a very minority opinion but the Constitution doesn’t say anything about restricting the time, place or manner, nor what actions may be disqualifying.
It is not just a Constitutional question either. Do people who committed felonies in the past lose the right to self protection forever in the future? I say no. But I am sure very few agree with me on this.
There should be a clear path to regain the right.
A pardon isn’t a clear path because it is totally dependent on the politics and personality of one man.
I find myself in agreement with you. A felon should not automatically lose the right to defend his or her life. There are far too many non-crimes that are regarded as felonies to begin.
My only caveat is that if the felony in question involves violence against another person’s rights, person or property. In those cases, the felon should not only be denied access to arms, but to air as well.
...agree. I know I am in a very minority opinion but the Constitution doesn’t say anything about restricting the time, place or manner, nor what actions may be disqualifying...
Nor does the 1at amendment list time,.place and manner for free speech. Nor, does the 4th limit exceptions to search and seizure other than warrant requirements.