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Not unless it was manufactured prior to 1898 and is classified as an antique.
The problem with owning one even then is that under 18 USC, felons are not permitted to possess explosives, and black powder is an explosive. Therefore, even if you lawfully owned a genuine antique, you could not legally poossess the powder to fire it.
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∙ 11y agoYes you can. Black powder firearms are exempt from Federal Laws. You can buy black powder hand guns and rifles, powder, caps all of it. You can buy black powder firearms though the mail, you can hunt with them. The modern black powder rifle are very very accurite some revolvers are to.
Buy a gun or too and have fun.
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∙ 8y agoYou may not possess #209 "shotshell" primers used by modern muzzleloaders. They are considered modern ammunition, which a felon may NOT possess anywhere in the US. I would suggest you check with the firearms section of the NH State Police. While a muzzleloader that uses loose powder and ball is exempt under Federal law, SOME states have stricter laws.
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∙ 11y agoNo, they may not.
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Can a convicted felon hunt with a black powder rifle in Indiana?
In the state of Missouri Its perfectly legal to hunt with a black powder rifle during deer season. In all counties
Can a convicted felon carry a muzzle loaded black powder rifle to hunt?
If you are a state-convicted felon, possibly, depending on the laws of your state. CHECK THEM CAREFULLY.If you are a federally-convicted felon, NO, black powder arms are included in the list of firearms to which you are not allowed access per USC, Title 18.
Can a felon in ct own a black powder rifle?
No, they may not.
Can a convicted felon own a black powder rifle in Massachusetts?
yesAnother View: Refer to 18 USC, Sections 921 & 922 which specifically define black powder arms as FIREARMS which are prohibited to convicted felons.In addition: Black powder itself is classified as an explosive, the possession of explosives is prohibited to convicted felons as as well.
Is it legal for a convicted felon to own a muzzle loader in NC?
This is what I was told by a federal game warden it is not illegal for a felon to hunt with a black powder gun or a standard bow. A crossbow is illegal. A crossbow, shotgun, rifle, or any handgun it is illegal for a felon to possess.
Can a convicted felon buy rifle ammunition?
Not legally.
Can a convicted felon own a black powder riffle in Georgia?
Previous answer removed. While it is true that under FEDERAL law a gun that uses loose powder and ball is not considered a firearm, the same is not true to Georgia State Law. The Georgia Criminal code does not exclude antique firearms when it defines firearm. Georgia Code - Crimes and Offenses - Title 16, Section 16-11-133 Bottom line- a convicted felon in Georgia may NOT possess a black powder rifle.
Who can't own a hunting rifle in pa?
Convicted felon.
Can a ex felon in ca own and use a black powder rifle?
You need a lawyer for a current, legal and correct answer.
Can a convicted fellon ride in a vehicle where there is a rifle even if it is not his?
No. A convicted felon may not be in the presence of firearms.
Can a felon own a black powder rifle in Maine?
The prohibition against convicted felons owning firearms is contained in the portion of Title 18 of the U.S. Code, which addresses the possession of firearms by convicted felons, and does specifically include black powder arms.To the the best of my knowledge it does not disallow ownership of GENUINE (i.e.: REAL) antique firearms. The fact that they may be shipped and dealt with without regard to signatures or background checks is in another portion of federal law what does NOT address criminal possession. The federal CRIMINAL Code DOES make them unlawful for a convicted felon to own or possess.
What is the state law owning a black powder gun in Missouri if you are a convicted felon?
State law has nothing to do with it. It is a FEDERAL offense for a convicted felon to own or possess a firearm or ammunition of ANY type, ANY where, for ANY reason. (US Code, Title 18). It is not a FEDERAL offense to own BLACK POWDER pistols or rifles, if you are a felon. They are NOT considered FIREARMS as long as they represent such guns manufactured prior to early 1900, are muzzle loaders, cap and ball, flintlock, known as percussion guns. A replica such as a Colt 1851/1858 .44 cal revolver, cap and ball, black powder gun is NOT considered a FIREARM. None of the black powder guns, either pistol or rifle are considered FIREARMS. per code of federal regulations , and the ATF. Even a Federal Felon, can own a black powder gun, in most States. Even though the respective State is in error if they deny a Felon the right to own and shoot a BLACK POWDER gun, most felons challenging the States decision to deny, will find a long and expensive court battle. There are less than a half dozen States that do not recognize the Federal Law view that black powder guns are NOT FIREARMS. So if you are a felon, don't be in one of those States if you intend on owning a black powder rifle or pistol. Mail order,buy at a gun show or private individual, and have some fun shooting black powder.
