County reentry head sues feds over blocked access to firearm

By , Daily Memphian Published: July 19, 2025 4:00 AM CT

In the early 2000s, DeAndre Brown was convicted of bank fraud, and cannot own a gun. Now, he’s suing in federal court, claiming a violation of Second Amendment rights. 

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Reentry Second Amendment Shelby County Office of Reentry DeAndre Brown
Laura Testino

Laura Testino

Laura Testino is an enterprise reporter who writes about how public policy shapes Memphis. She is currently reporting from Frayser about education and housing. Please write her with your suggestions and story tips.

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