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The Federal Laws governing firearms do not classify muzzleloaders as a "firearm" , and in most states you can buy one with no paperwork or background check. However that does not make it technically legal for a felon to poses it. I have read of cases pertaining to this where the person was hassled at great expense in time and money by local law enforcement regardless of the intended use, only to be convicted on possession of explosives charges for having black powder. The "best practice" I have heard of is obtaining a waiver from BATFE or your local jurisdiction so you have paper in hand showing proof of legal possession, after all it is not worth your time, money or potential freedom dealing with an over zealous prosecutor or non gun friendly jurisdiction when a simple document could prevent it. This topic has been discussed at length for years both pro and con, and what it boils down to is a case by case determination. You can go to free advice.com ( http://forum.freeadvice.com/other-crimes-federal-state-4/ex-felons-black-powder-weapons-legal-386903.html) or better yet to the BATF site ( http://www.atf.gov/firearms/index.htm) and get a more direct answer for your state and county, but the best advice would be to speak to an authority in your state or to BATFE to be 100% sure.
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Can a convicted felon hunt with black powder in Oklahoma?
no
Can a convicted felon own a black powder pistil in GA?
no
Can a felon own a black powder gun in AZ?
If he was convicted in state court - not without having his record expunged by the state of AZ - If he is a felon convicted in a FEDERAL court he can never be eligible to own or possess a firearm including black powder weapons.
Can a louisianian own a black powder gun?
To the best of my knowledge unless you are a convicted felon you can own a black powder gun.
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 convicted felon buy a black powder gun in Oregon?
First, is it legal to own a black powder cannon anywhere in the U.S.? Muzzleloading cannons built prior to 1898 and replicas are legal under Federal law. Second, is it legal to own a black powder cannon in Oregon? I can find no specific prohibition in Oregon statutes or caselaw. Of course, I would recommend speaking with an Oregon attorney prior to actually buying one.
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 first time convicted felon purchase a hunting license?
A hunting license, yes. But NOT a firearm or black powder weapon.
Can a convicted felon hunt with a black powder gun in North Carolina?
You need to find a lawyer who is familiar with firearms law to get a correct answer.
Can convicted felon with two felons own a black powder firearm?
Am unfamiliar with which of the states MAY allow this, but I can tell you that the FEDERAL LAW (USC Title 18) governing convicted felons and firearms possession specifically names and describes black powder arms as firearms - which are prohibited to convicted felons.
Can a felon own black powder guns in SC?
In south carolina "state law " a convicted felon may own a fire arm made before 1898 it's considered an antique, but " federal law " states that a convicted felon may not possess explosives... which means you're allowed to own the antique weapon but not the powder or ammunition to go in it.
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.
