Are Soldiers convicted of Domestic Violence eligible to be issued weapons or ammo under any circumstance?

• A. Yes
• B. Only during deployment
• C. Only with a commander's approval
• D. No

Answer: (D)

A Soldier with a domestic violence conviction is ineligible to possess or be issued weapons or ammunition under Army policy and federal law. This is a strict, per se disqualification designed to protect victims and maintain safety, discipline, and lawful conduct within the force. The restriction applies regardless of rank, duty status, or circumstance, so there are no exceptions such as deployment or commander approvals that would permit issuance. Any change would require establishing that the individual’s status is legally cleared (restoration of rights) through proper legal processes, not a unit waiver. This is why the correct stance is that there are no circumstances under which a DV-convicted Soldier would be issued weapons or ammo.