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Can you own a firearm after adjudication of a felony?
Not in the US. If you have been convicted of a felony, it is a violation of Federal law to POSSESS a firearm. Own, yes, possess, no. Covered in 18 US Cobde, section 922.
Can a felon own a firearm in the US?
Felons may not possess or have access to firearms. Title 18, US Code, Section 922.
What crimes can have a PC 186.22 enhancement?
(1) Assault with a deadly weapon or by means of force likely to produce great bodily injury, as defined in Section 245. (2) Robbery, as defined in Chapter 4 (commencing with Section 211) of Title 8 of Part 1. (3) Unlawful homicide or manslaughter, as defined in Chapter 1 (commencing with Section 187) of Title 8 of Part 1. (4) The sale, possession for sale, transportation, manufacture, offer for sale, or offer to manufacture controlled substances as defined in Sections 11054, 11055, 11056, 11057, and 11058 of the Health and Safety Code. (5) Shooting at an inhabited dwelling or occupied motor vehicle, as defined in Section 246. (6) Discharging or permitting the discharge of a firearm from a motor vehicle, as defined in subdivisions (a) and (b) of Section 12034. (7) Arson, as defined in Chapter 1 (commencing with Section 450) of Title 13. (8) The intimidation of witnesses and victims, as defined in Section 136.1. (9) Grand theft, as defined in subdivision (a) or (c) of Section 487. (10) Grand theft of any firearm, vehicle, trailer, or vessel. (11) Burglary, as defined in Section 459. (12) Rape, as defined in Section 261. (13) Looting, as defined in Section 463. (14) Money laundering, as defined in Section 186.10. (15) Kidnapping, as defined in Section 207. (16) Mayhem, as defined in Section 203. (17) Aggravated mayhem, as defined in Section 205. (18) Torture, as defined in Section 206. (19) Felony extortion, as defined in Sections 518 and 520. (20) Felony vandalism, as defined in paragraph (1) of subdivision (b) of Section 594. (21) Carjacking, as defined in Section 215. (22) The sale, delivery, or transfer of a firearm, as defined in Section 12072. (23) Possession of a pistol, revolver, or other firearm capable of being concealed upon the person in violation of paragraph (1) of subdivision (a) of Section 12101. (24) Threats to commit crimes resulting in death or great bodily injury, as defined in Section 422. (25) Theft and unlawful taking or driving of a vehicle, as defined in Section 10851 of the Vehicle Code. (26) Felony theft of an access card or account information, as defined in Section 484e. (27) Counterfeiting, designing, using, attempting to use an access card, as defined in Section 484f. (28) Felony fraudulent use of an access card or account information, as defined in Section 484g. (29) Unlawful use of personal identifying information to obtain credit, goods, services, or medical information, as defined in Section 530.5. (30) Wrongfully obtaining Department of Motor Vehicles documentation, as defined in Section 529.7. (31) Prohibited possession of a firearm in violation of Section 12021. (32) Carrying a concealed firearm in violation of Section 12025. (33) Carrying a loaded firearm in violation of Section 12031.
What is the Misdemeanor penalty for California Penal Code Section 12553?
(a) (1) Any person who changes, alters, removes, or obliterates any coloration or markings that are required by any applicable state or federal law or regulation, for any imitation firearm, or device described in subdivision (c) of Section 12555, in any way that makes the imitation firearm or device look more like a firearm is guilty of a misdemeanor.Misemeanor offenses can carry up to one year in jail.
What are examples of a firearm?
A shotgun is a firearm. A revolver is a firearm. A pistol is a firearm. A rifle is a firearm. If you want even more specific -- A Remington 1187 is a firearm (shotgun). A Smith and Wesson 686 is a firearm (revolver). A Sig Sauer P226 is a firearm (pistol). A Colt 6920 is a firearm (rifle).
Can you hunt with a gun in Michigan with a felony DUI?
NO. A felon may not possess a firearm anywhere in the US. Federal law. 18 US Code section 922.
Can a felon own muzzle loader in IN?
Under Federal law, (18 US Code, section 922) a muzzleloader that does not readily convert to a regular firearm, and uses percussion caps or flint (NO #209 primers) is not a firearm. However, several states DO consider a muzzleoader to be a firearm. I am going to refer you to the Indiana State Police, and the Probation/Parole officers for an accurate, up to date answer. MY giving you a bad answer could result in YOU going to jail, and I'd rather not do that. IF another poster has a factual answer WITH the Indiana Code section that supports that answer, it is welcome.
Illegal possession of a firearm Texas?
Under Texas law, you must wait 5 years after you have served all punishment to be able to possess a firearm if you have been convicted of a felony. Then only at your place of residence. If convicted of class a misdemeanor family violence you must also wait 5 years after completion of all punishment. Texas Penal code Section 46.04 If age is what you are asking about, there is no Texas law stating someone under a certain age can not possess a firearm. It is illegal for someone other than a parent or guardian to give a firearm to someone under 18. Texas Penal code Section 46.06
How do you transfer ownership of a firearm following a family members death?
Depends on where you are. In MOST of the US, there is no registration of ownership of ordinary firearms. Federal law (18 US Code section 922) provides for receiving a firearm by bequest, so long as possession of that firearm is legal in the receiving state. You could check with a local gun shop to see what is required in your area, but in most cases, there ARE no requirements.
Is it legal for a 21 year old person to put a pistol in the name of and 18 year old person?
No. It is not legal.Specifically, according to 26 USC § 5861 Prohibited Acts: (emphasis added below)It shall be unlawful for any person-(a) to engage in business as a manufacturer or importer of, or dealer in, firearms without having paid the special (occupational) tax required by section 5801 for his business or having registered as required by section 5802; or(b) to receive or possess a firearm transferred to him in violation of the provisions of this chapter; or (c) to receive or possess a firearm made in violation of the provisions of this chapter; or(d) to receive or possess a firearm which is not registered to him in the National Firearms Registration and Transfer Record; or(e) to transfer a firearm in violation of the provisions of this chapter; or(f) to make a firearm in violation of the provisions of this chapter; or(g) to obliterate, remove, change, or alter the serial number or other identification of a firearm required by this chapter; or(h) to receive or possess a firearm having the serial number or other identification required by this chapter obliterated, removed, changed, or altered; or(i) to receive or possess a firearm which is not identified by a serial number as required by this chapter; or(j) to transport, deliver, or receive any firearm in interstate commerce which has not been registered as required by this chapter; or(k) to receive or possess a firearm which has been imported or brought into the United States in violation of section 5844; or(l) to make, or cause the making of, a false entry on any application, return, or record required by this chapter, knowing such entry to be false.
Is a sword a firearm?
No, Sword is not a firearm.
What defines a firearm's action?
Design of the firearm
