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Is a felon in possession of a handgun a violent or non violent crime?
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∙ 15y ago
Generally speaking, simple possession of the handgun is a non-violent crime. Violent crime is normally defined as a crime where someone is hurt, or where force is used on another person. Note, however, depending on the local laws and the circumstances, it may still be a felony.
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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 live with a person that has a handgun in Texas?
No they are not, cause that is concurrent possession.
Is assault with a firearm considered a violent crime?
No. "Violent" crime is normally defined as a crime in which another person was injured or someone tried to injure another person.
What is another word for a person who commits a violent crime?
Criminal
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.
Is a felon whose crime is neither violent nor gun-related prohibited from owning any firearm in Georgia?
Not only in Georgia, but also in any state or territorial possession of the United States.
Possession of a handgun used by a serious felon?
You didn't really ask a question, but here is some information: Generally speaking, no felon may own, posses, or have constructive possession of a handgun or other firearm, regardless of whether is was a "serious" felony. HOWEVER, There are exceptions to that. In a few states, felons can petition to have their rights restored - but it is only valid in THAT particular state. In that case, the felon CAN own or posses a firearm.
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.
Can you have a concealed handgun license and carry a gun if married to felon in PA?
In Pennsylvania, you do not need a licence to own a firearm, but somebody convicted of a crime would not be able to own a firearm or live in a house with one in it.
Can you be charged for loaning a handgun to a felon?
YES. Not only is providing a felon access to firearms a felony in itself, but you also become an accessory to any crime they may commit with the firearm.
Can a person who was convicted and went to prison and has a felon against him get his guns back in Minnesota?
No. It is a crime under state + federal law for a felon to be in possession of any firearm.
Can a felon carry a handgun in North Carolina?
Generally speaking, no. A felon cannot own or even possess a handgun legally. The exception to that is if the felon has had his rights restored.
