Mel Gibson Granted Gun Ownership Rights After Domestic Violence Conviction
The Justice Department has restored Mel Gibson’s right to own firearms following a domestic violence conviction dating back to 2011.
According to reports from foreign media, State Attorney Pam Bondi approved the reinstatement of Gibson’s gun rights, along with those of nine other individuals.
Gibson, who was appointed a “special ambassador” to Hollywood by former President Donald Trump earlier this year, will now be permitted to own guns in accordance with state regulations.
While the actor resides in Nevada—where laws generally prohibit felons from owning firearms—his conviction was classified as a misdemeanor, enabling the restoration of his gun rights.
The issue of Gibson’s gun ownership has attracted scrutiny from the Justice Department. Notably, the Trump administration dismissed parole attorney Elizabeth G. Oyer after she expressed concerns about the implications of allowing Gibson to possess firearms.
“Restoring guns to individuals with a history of abuse is a significant issue that requires careful consideration due to the potential consequences involved,” she stated at the time.
However, a senior Justice Department official denied that Oyer’s termination was connected to the controversy surrounding Gibson’s gun rights.
Recently, the Justice Department announced new regulations that allow certain individuals with criminal convictions to regain their gun ownership rights, provided they have “earned the opportunity” to do so.
Gibson entered a no contest plea to a misdemeanor charge related to an incident involving his ex-girlfriend, Oksana Grigorieva. As part of his sentence, he was ordered to complete 36 months of probation, community service, and counseling.
