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How much time can a convicted felon get for possession and discharging a firearm in California?
It depends on whether they were charged under state or federal statute. If charged under federal law, they could receive up to 15 years for simply possessing the firearm, much less discharging it.
In addition - any other crime that was associated with their discharging of it, could be added on to the possession charge.
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What is the penalty for a convicted felon found to own a firearm in California?
In addition to California law that makes possession of a firearm by a convicted felon a STATE felony, Federal law prohibits possession, and requires a 5 year sentence, without probation or parole.
Can you own a firearm in mt if you have a nonviolent felony?
No. No convicted felon can ever lawfully be in possession of a firearm.
Do the number of bullets shot off determine the sentence for possession of a firearm by a convicted felon?
Sort of. Just possessing the firearm would be one charge, and another charge by discharging the firearm (assuming it is in violation of a statute). But discharging the firearm several times will more than likely increase the punishment. This depends on what he shot at and your state law. There is absolutely no way to know what someones punishment will be, there are just too many factors.
Can a convicted felon possess a firearm in California?
no
What elements does the state of Florida need to find someone guilty of possession of firearm by convicted felon?
That you were in possession (see legal definition of this as it can be more than in your hand!) of a firearm (check what constitutes a "firearm" in Florida, it can vary) And you are a convicted fellon! No need to explain the latter!
What is the sentence for a convicted felon in possession of a firearm in the state of TN.?
14 years
What crimes was Malcolm X convicted of?
Burglary , illegal possession of a firearm and larceny .
What is the sentence of a convicted felon in possession of a firearm in Washington state?
Please refer to RCW 9.41.040.
Is it illegal in the state of South Carolina for a convicted felon to live in a house were someone else owns a gun?
Yes it is unlawful for you to be anywhere around firearms regardless of WHO owns them. To be in the same place as a firearm places you in what the law calls "concurrent possession" of the firearm. You could be convicted of the possession and sentenced to prison ESPECIALLY if you are a federally convicted felon.
What is the minimum sentence for a felon in possession of a firearm in il?
Convicted felon in possession of a firearm is a FEDERAL offense and would be handled under the sentencing guidelines in effect in the federal court system NOT Illinois.
Can possession of a firearm with a altered manufacture prevent you from buying a gun?
Yes, if you were convicted of it. It's a felony charge.
How much time do you serve on possession of a firearm by convicted felon?
Federal law- 5 years. No parole
