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It depends on what you mean. In the U.S. any person who is of legal age who is not a felon and has no misdemeanors for domestic violence can legally purchase a firearm. There are a few minor state restrictions to that in a few states.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 12y agoUnder U.S. federal law, the "policy" is not clear. The Second Amendment to the Constitution says the people have the right to keep and bear arms and that this right shall not even be infringed upon (much less eliminated).
But in practice, Congress has passed many laws affecting guns and ammunition. Not just the sale and transport of them, but even making certain locations off-limits, and declaring certain kinds of people ineligible to possess any kind of gun or ammo. And certain types of guns are more heavily regulated than others, such as imported "assault weapons" or any kind of machinegun, silencer, cannon, or short-barreled rifle or short-barreled shotgun.
As a general rule, a law-abiding American can buy a rifle shotgun (or pistol in most states) from a federal gun dealer after filling out a federal registration form (#4473), showing ID, and going through an "instant" background check. People in most places can transport unloaded guns in their vehicles without a permit, to transport them to and from the shooting range or hunting fields. Federal law does not address the legality of carrying a loaded pistol on your body, in your car, or within easy reach, but each state has their own laws on this subject.
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Can a felon have a firearm in new jersey?
A felon cannot own or possess a firearm anywhere in the U.S. unless the felons rights have been restored.
Are your rights to own a firearm taken from you if you receive a BCD?
You need to consult with a lawyer for a legal, current and correct answer.
Felon with firearm law?
Very simply, a felon cannot own or have possession of a firearm, anywhere in the U.S. There is an exception. IN SOME CASES a felon can have some or all of his rights restored.
How long after a felony conviction can a person own a firearm?
In the United States, there is no certain number of years. If you are a felon, you cannot own a gun unless you have successfully petitioned to have your gun rights restored.
Can I own a fire arm in Tennessee with a domestic violence charge on your police record?
No. A conviction of a crime of domestic violence prevents you from owning or possessing a firearm.
What is the law about felons and guns?
Very generally speaking, in the U.S. a felon cannot own or posses a firearm unless his or her rights have been restored.
How can you gain rights to own a firearm after complete Utah drug court?
Retain a lawyer, have money, have patience and don't be surprised if it doens't happen
What are the firearm restrictions for felons in Michigan?
Felons cannot own or possess firearms in any state unless the felon's rights have been resotred.
How do you get a pardon for firearm rights?
If you are convicted felon, there is no such pardon.
If someone was convicted of a felony 26 years ago and has never been in any kind of trouble since that time can that person get his rights restored?
You can submit a petition/motion to the court asking that your rights be restored. (WHAT 'RIGHTS' ARE YOU REFERRING TO?) If it is owning a firearm, forget it. Convicted felons may not EVER own or possess a firearm. (Federal Code, USC, Title 18.)
Can a convicted felon own a firearm in Nevada?
No. Once you are a felon, you can no longer own a handgun in any U.S. state. How long you served in prison or the fact that you are now out has nothing to do with it, although, a felon can sometimes have his rights restored, but for information on that, you really should contact an attorney familiar with the process.
Can you get firearm licance in ga with a flony?
No. It is illegal for a felon to own or possess a firearm, and being a felon is a reason for denying a firearm permit (assuming you mean a carry permit) in every state that issues permits. A felon can sometimes have his rights restored, but for information on that, you really should contact an attorney familiar with the process.
