My question involves criminal records for the state of: New York
In 1989 I was convicted of possession of a controlled substance 3rd degree but sentenced only to probation. If I want to apply to have my gun rights restored 25 years later, does that have to be through the State Courts? I've read in a variety of places that I can/should go through the NY DOC but also read that they only handle cases where there was actual incarceration; so I'm confused. Thank you in advance.

