Who can apply for an ERPO? Use this form when you are not eligible to possess firearms and ammunition due to a civil commitment.In general, a felon in Minnesota automatically gets his or her gun rights back upon completing their sentence—this includes being off probation or parole. The Minnesota general rule is automatic restoration of civil rights for persons with felony, and misdemeanor, convictions. After off-paper: gun rights back. A: You need to complete a Petition for Restoration of Firearm and Ammunition Rights. In Minnesota, an individual must petition the court for firearm restoration and a judicial hearing is required. Keep A Clean Record. Regardless of the offense type, all felons may not possess a firearm until the sentence has expired, including any period of probation or supervised release. If you have been convicted of a felony or certain domestic violence offenses, your right to own and possess firearms may be restricted.