Can a convicted felon own a shotgun?

Answer 1

Yes they can...They must receive a permit from the ATF.

AnswerA felon can also hire a lawyer and attempt to have their conviction of a felony expunged, thereby permitting the ability to own a firearm. The last way I know of would be to petition the Governor of the state for a pardon of the past sentence.

Answer 2

Only for hunting purposes.

Another View: Check with the law enforcement officials of your state of residence. Federal Laws prohibit felons from owning firearms - UNLESS - they are antique muzzle loaders manufactured BEFORE 1895 - or - EXACT replicas of such a gun, and then there is the small matter of the prohibition against felons possessing explosives (black powder) that has to be overcome.

Answer 3

A felon cannot own a shotgun anywhere in the U.S. unless the felon's rights have been restored.

Answer 4

I believe it is a federal law that if you are a felon, you cannot legally own firearms, as well as anyone convicted of misdemeanor domestic violence.

Answer 5

No. You can petition to get your right to own a weapon back. Be prepared for a long wait, a big bill and you will need a good lawyer.

Answer 6

Not in Illinois, a felon cannot get a FOID for twenty years after convicted.

Answer 7

absolutely NOT!!!

Answer 8

No