Jelly Roll’s Plans for Gun Ownership

Jelly Roll, the country artist, is looking to petition the government for the right to own a rifle for hunting purposes.

In a recent appearance on the “Joe Rogan Experience,” he shared the details of his parole, which currently bars him from owning or firing a firearm.

Logan asked Jelly Roll if this restriction would last indefinitely. Jelly Roll responded that he plans to seek clemency this month.

“It’s a bit of a slippery slope for me. I’m applying for a pardon this year, and my application goes to the governor, who considers these every December. I’m hoping for the best,” he explained.

However, even if Tennessee Governor Bill Lee grants him a pardon, Jelly Roll pointed out that the state adheres to a strict zero-tolerance policy for violent offenders.

“I will be pardoned, but it won’t mean I’m exonerated. The charges won’t just disappear,” he noted.

Jelly Roll then elaborated on his ambitions if granted a pardon.

“Ultimately, I want to advocate for the right to hunt, regardless of my past. It has significantly benefited my mental and physical health,” he said.

He emphasized that Tennessee needs a “road to redemption.” According to him, “If someone has committed a serious crime, there should still be a path to redemption, even if it takes decades.” He referred to himself as a “redemptor.”

Jelly Roll admitted that wanting to own a gun isn’t just about hunting; he also feels the need for personal protection.

“With a million dollars in liability coverage, if I were allowed to carry, I could cut that bill in half,” he remarked.

Logan understood Jelly Roll’s perspective and highlighted that faith plays a crucial role in concepts of salvation, something Jelly Roll also aligns with as a Christian.

In the 2023 documentary “Jelly Roll: Save Me,” he disclosed that he’s had run-ins with the law over 40 times. His most severe charges were at age 16, which included aggravated robbery.

Despite facing the possibility of 20 years in prison, he was ultimately sentenced to just over a year, with the rest suspended.

“I hadn’t even hit my final growth spurt yet. While I couldn’t rent an apartment or buy a beer, I was prosecuted like an adult. It feels like the justice system derailed me from a prescribed path,” he previously reflected.