Reduce a Class 6 Felony to a Misdemeanor in Arizona
An undesignated class 6 felony can be reduced to a misdemeanor, which restores your gun rights.
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Can a Class 6 Felony Be Reduced to a Misdemeanor in Arizona?
Quick answer: Often, yes. Arizona has a special “undesignated” class 6 felony that a court can later designate as a misdemeanor under A.R.S. § 13-604 once you successfully complete probation. Because misdemeanors do not bar firearm possession, this reduction is frequently the fastest way to restore gun rights, and it removes the felony label from your record going forward.
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What It Does (and Doesn’t Do)
✓ It DOES
- Converts an undesignated class 6 felony into a misdemeanor
- Restores firearm rights automatically (misdemeanors don’t bar guns)
- Removes the “felon” label for most purposes
- Improves employment, housing, and licensing prospects
✗ It DOES NOT
- Only works if the felony was left “undesignated” at sentencing
- Does not apply to designated felonies or serious/dangerous offenses
- Does not seal the record (pair with sealing for that)
- Does not erase the original charge’s existence
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Together, these place Tamou Law Group among the best Phoenix class 6 felony lawyers, led by Founding Attorney Michael Tamou and a full team of attorneys, including former prosecutors.
The Statute, in Plain Terms
Some class 6 felonies are sentenced as “undesignated,” meaning the court holds off on deciding whether it is a felony or misdemeanor. Under A.R.S. § 13-604, after you complete probation you can ask the court to designate it a misdemeanor. Once it is a misdemeanor, you are no longer a prohibited possessor and your firearm rights return, which is why this route often beats a separate 13-925 firearm application.
Who Qualifies
You qualify if your class 6 felony was left undesignated at sentencing and you have successfully completed probation. Designated felonies and serious or dangerous offenses do not qualify. If you are not sure whether your felony is undesignated, we can check your sentencing minute entry.
The Process, Step by Step
- Confirm the felony is undesignated from your sentencing records.
- Complete probation successfully.
- File the motion to designate the offense a misdemeanor.
- The court reduces it, and your firearm rights return.
- Consider sealing the record for full protection.
We handle every step so you never guess at a form or deadline. Call 623-321-4699 for a free record review.
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Arizona Class 6 Felony Reduction FAQs
Can a class 6 felony be reduced to a misdemeanor in Arizona?
Yes, if it was left undesignated at sentencing. Under A.R.S. 13-604 the court can designate it a misdemeanor after you complete probation.
Does reducing a class 6 felony restore gun rights in Arizona?
Yes. Once the offense is a misdemeanor, you are no longer a prohibited possessor and your firearm rights return automatically, which is why this is often the fastest route.
What is an undesignated class 6 felony in Arizona?
It is a class 6 felony the court did not classify as a felony or misdemeanor at sentencing, leaving the door open to designate it a misdemeanor later under A.R.S. 13-604.
When can I reduce my class 6 felony in Arizona?
Generally after you successfully complete probation. We file the motion once you are eligible.
Does a class 6 reduction seal my record?
No. It changes the felony to a misdemeanor but the record stays public unless you also seal it under A.R.S. 13-911.
What class 6 felonies cannot be reduced in Arizona?
Designated felonies, and serious or dangerous offenses, cannot be reduced. Only undesignated class 6 felonies qualify.
Is reducing a class 6 felony better than a firearm-rights application?
Often, yes. If your felony is undesignated, reduction restores gun rights automatically and removes the felony label, which a 13-925 application does not do.
How much does it cost to reduce a class 6 felony in Arizona?
It depends on your case. We provide flat-fee pricing after a free review. Call 623-321-4699.
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