The flip side is that anti-gun ownership folks can dumb down what is called a felony so jay walking or a DUI and you can no longer own a gun -
Like how people who are convicted of misdemeanors but since they’re “Domestic Violence” cases lose their rights like a felon.
Domestic Violence is a serious concern, but the courts have run roughshod with such cases.
Sure, and if you can't muster the popular will to stop that, how do you plan on stopping them from simply banning firearms?
Arguing that a rapist should be given full rights to carry a gun/knife/club, won't win over anyone to the idea that free citizens must be armed.
Look at it as lifetime parole for a felony, which it is. There are legal methods for restoration, and case by case is a good way to do it.