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Cook County Firearm Licensing Reform

Cook County's reform allowing first-time, nonviolent Class 4 felony gun offenders to apply for a Firearm Owner's Identification (FOID) card while participating in a court-approved diversion program.

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Jan 22, 2026

How do Cook County’s diversion and licensing programs for first‑time nonviolent gun offenders compare with programs in other large U.S. counties?

has recently codified a targeted fix that lets eligible first‑time, nonviolent Class 4 felony gun offenders apply for a Firearm Owner’s Identification (FOID) card while participating in a court‑approv...