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How lond does one have to wait to purchase a firearm after being convicted of a violent misdemeanor in NC?
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∙ 12y ago
Depends on the misdemeanor.
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Can non violent felons purchase a gun in Ohio?
NO! Convicted felons (violent or non-violent) cannot purchase or possess a firearm. It is the seriousness of the criminal offense, NOT whether it was violent, or not.
Can i own a hand gun in Florida if not convicted of a non violent felony in Florida?
Depends on what you have been arrested for. If you are a convicted felon or have been convicted of a violent misdemeanor or have a restraining order then no. If you have a misdemeanor such as DUI or public intoxication then yes
Will a non violent non drug related and non sexual offence High Court Misdemeanor effect your right to own or possess a firearm?
As long as the misdemeanor is non violent, non drug related, and non sexual or threatening then it will not affect you right to own a firearm.
If you were convicted of a non violent felony and have completed probation in MN can you possess a firearm?
No. If you are a convicted felon then you can not possess a firearm. However if the adjudication of guilt was withheld then you may be able to file to have the charge sealed and be eligible at that time to possess one.
Can you own a firearm with a misdemeanor on an animal abuse charge?
The right to own a firearm is generally not taken away on misdemeanor offenses, but seeing that animal abuse is often a violent crime that says something about the person's character, the judge may choose to do so. It will be stated specifically with the sentence if it is taken away.
Can you obtain a License to carry a weapon with class c misdemeanor?
You will have to check with the state and local laws but primarily you can unless the misdemeanor is violent or sexual in nature.
What happens to firearms you already own if you get convicted of a non-violent felony?
Whether a violent or non-violent felony, once a person is convicted, they are no longer allowed to own a firearm. In Texas, five years after the anniversary of the end of your parole or the end of the your prison sentence, you may possess one in your home; however, you may not carry one with you outside.
Can a convicted felon sell a gun to a pawn shop?
Most convicted felons are not allowed to possess a firearm, ordinarily. If his felony conviction is for a non-violent offense, like embezzelment, it may be okay. Ordinarily if he has title to a firearm, he could be in big trouble. <><><> Under Federal law (18 USC 922) a convicted felon may not possess a firearm. If he already owns a gun, he may dispose of it by selling it, but he may not handle it himself while doing so.
Can convicted felons in Louisiana own pellet gun?
Yes. A pellet gun and a firearm are two totaly different things. Actually if the felony comitted was not a violent felony , the felon will be able to own a firearm after the sentence/probation is completed IF it was a first offence.
Is a felon whose crime is violent prohibited from owning a firearm in California?
All felons in all states are prohibited from owning firearms. It doesn't matter what the crime was. convicted felon = no guns.
What are the laws in Arkansas for non violent convicted felons to own firearms?
No, federal laws make it illegal for a felon to own a firearm. The state doesn't matter
What are the crimes that prevent you from possessing a firearm because of a bill passed in 1996?
I think you're meaning 1993 and that would be Brady Handgun Violence Act. It prevents anyone from owning a firearm that has been convicted of a violent act including Domestic Violence, Assault with firearm, or any other violent weapons law violation.Another View: I believe the questioner is referring to Title 18, United States Code, Section 922(g)(9) [entitled the Lautenberg Amendment] enacted in the Fall of 1996 and which deals with those individuals convicted of Domestic and/or Family Violence.
