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(in the US) The degree of the crime is determined by the value of the item stolen, and whether or not it crosses the value line into being a felony offense. There is no specific criminal charge for theft of a firearm, unless a felon (or convicted felon) happens to be the one that steals it. Then the penalty is enhanced by the fact that this is a convicted felon in possession of a firearm.
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Can you be aressted if a firearm is stolen?
If you're found to be in possession of a stolen firearm, expect to be taken into custody. If their investigation determines that you were knowingly in possession of a stolen firearm, then you'll be charged.
What do you do with a missing or stolen firearm?
Report it.
Is being in possession of a a stolen firearm a felony?
Yes
When a gun is reported stolen will it always be in the system?
When a stolen firearm is entered into the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) it remains on that records until it is recovered, and removed from the database.Added: The above response is correct BUT - it does not answer the original question. A stolen firearm will be entered into NCIC IF the complainant is able to supply the firearm's serial number.
Is this firearm stolen colt 1851 cap and ball?
You will have to contact the police to see if it has been reported stolen.
Is it a crime to use a stolen firearm in self defense?
yes it is
How do you report a stolen firearm?
call local law enforcement
Bought stolen firearm at a gun show 15 years ago?
unless you knew it was stolen you are OK. There must be knowledge that you knew it was stolen to procecute you
How do you find your stolen registered firearm?
After you report it to the police, you wait and hope.
Where can you buy illegal firearms?
at an illegal firearms store? No one here is going to tell you how to acquire an illegal firearm. It is illegal to purchase a stolen firearm or for a felon to purchase a firearm.
Is it possible to get probation for possession of a stolen firearm if you have not been in trouble before?
It's highly unlikely. Most firearms offences are federal felonies - including possession of a stolen firearm - and you're less likely to receive any breaks for that, especially if the firearm was transported across state lines.
What if you get caught by poilce with a stolen firearm?
You will most likely, almost definitely, be arrested.
