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A federal judge tossed the suit, saying it was barred by federal law. But an appeals court has reinstated it.
The Armed Career Criminal Act imposes a 15-year minimum sentence for gun crimes on those with three violent felony or drug convictions.
Some former gang members will be enlisted to persuade others to refrain from gun violence
