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How serious is a charge of possession of firearm by convicted violent felon with previous felony convictions?
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Can you own a firearm in mt if you have a nonviolent felony?
No. No convicted felon can ever lawfully be in possession of a firearm.
What elements does the state of Florida need to find someone guilty of possession of firearm by convicted felon?
That you were in possession (see legal definition of this as it can be more than in your hand!) of a firearm (check what constitutes a "firearm" in Florida, it can vary) And you are a convicted fellon! No need to explain the latter!
What is the sentence for a convicted felon in possession of a firearm in the state of TN.?
14 years
What crimes was Malcolm X convicted of?
Burglary , illegal possession of a firearm and larceny .
What is the penalty for a convicted felon found to own a firearm in California?
In addition to California law that makes possession of a firearm by a convicted felon a STATE felony, Federal law prohibits possession, and requires a 5 year sentence, without probation or parole.
What is the sentence of a convicted felon in possession of a firearm in Washington state?
Please refer to RCW 9.41.040.
Is it illegal in the state of South Carolina for a convicted felon to live in a house were someone else owns a gun?
Yes it is unlawful for you to be anywhere around firearms regardless of WHO owns them. To be in the same place as a firearm places you in what the law calls "concurrent possession" of the firearm. You could be convicted of the possession and sentenced to prison ESPECIALLY if you are a federally convicted felon.
What is the minimum sentence for a felon in possession of a firearm in il?
Convicted felon in possession of a firearm is a FEDERAL offense and would be handled under the sentencing guidelines in effect in the federal court system NOT Illinois.
Can a felony own a firearm if it was not a weapons charge?
No. A convicted felon may not purchase, possess, nor have access to a firearm. Some misdemeanor convictions will also invalidate a person from being allowed to own or possess a firearm, such as domestic violence convictions. These are in place under federal law, and do not vary by state.
If your felony case was dismissed can you purchase a firearm?
Generally speaking, yes. If a case was dismissed, you should not have a conviction reflected on your record.
Can possession of a firearm with a altered manufacture prevent you from buying a gun?
Yes, if you were convicted of it. It's a felony charge.
How much time do you serve on possession of a firearm by convicted felon in Ga?
Federal law- 5 years
