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Yes and no. Firstly, according to FEDERAL firearms code the answer is "no."
Beyond that, your state may have varying statute. In the state of Texas, according to penal code 46.04 a person convicted of a felony may, after FIVE YEARS of RELEASE FROM STATE SUPERVISION (ie, released from probation, parole, community service, etc) may purchase a firearms to keep at their own residence for home defense. They ARE protected by the "castle law."
This means that even if you have a felony but have been off of probation for five and a half years and have a gun in your possession in your home for protection, even state police can't arrest you for the weapon.
The Castle Law extends to truck drivers in Texas.
It has been suggested (by me to MY Texas state representative) this year (2013) to clarify the wording that even felons qualifying for firearms protection rules and truck drivers be equally protected by said code (46.04.)
All this said, it DOES conflict with federal law. However, if you have (a felony and have) become a law abiding citizen and have drawn no untoward attention to yourself, your odds of being investigated by ATF or FBI most likely will not get you nabbed for federal firearms violations.
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Can a convicted felon purchase a handgun in Maryland?
Not legally. Felons cannot legally purchase handguns in any state, unless the felon's rights have been restored.
Can a convicted felon purchase a handgun in California?
With a really good laywer, lots of money and patience; maybe.
Can a convicted felon in va own a handgun?
Absolutely not.
Can a convicted felon in the state of Indiana still possess a handgun if their crime was nonviolent and they already had a ccp?
No. A convicted felon may not legally possess a handgun in any state, regardless of whether is was violent.
Can a convicted felon get a handgun license?
You need to seek the services of a lawyer.
Can a convicted felon live with a person that has a handgun in Texas?
No they are not, cause that is concurrent possession.
CAN I CARRY A HANDGUN ON A MOTORCYCLE IF I AM THE PASSENGER AND THE OPERATOR IS A CONVICTED FELON?
No i don't think so
Can you purchase a handgun if your on disability?
as long as you are not a felon. being on disability is not a factor.
Can a convicted felon own a firearm anyplace in the US?
A convicted felon may not purchase, possess, or have access to firearms anywhere in the US.
Can a convicted felon who has been pardoned gain right to posse a handgun?
No. A "pardon" means that only his sentence has been pardoned. it does NOT mean that his crime or offense is wiped clean. He is still a convicted felon, just as if he had served the full term of his sentence in prison. As a convicted felon he may never own, or be in possession of, firearms.
You are a convicted felon your employer keeps a gun on the premises you are being robbed do you have the right to protect your self with it?
Ooooooooo, good question! In most states it is illegal for a convicted felon to possess a handgun, no matter what. In this situation you could legally protect yourself with a handgun (if the situation allows you to use deadly force that is), but you would still be breaking the law by possessing a handgun. Would they let the handgun charge slide? it depends on the judge and your priors.
Can you buy a shotgun if you are a convicted felon in Louisiana?
A convicted felon may not purchase, possess, or have access to firearms ANYWHERE in the United States as per federal law.
