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The ruling statute is 18 USC, Title 18; 922 (referenced below), and all states have wording that virtually replicates the federal model.
This law has been in effect for MANY decades and you will see by referring to the below website that the cited reference is updated and current as of this month (May 2011).
see below link for the full text of Federal Law:
What else can I help you with?
What are the laws in Arkansas for non violent convicted felons to own firearms?
No, federal laws make it illegal for a felon to own a firearm. The state doesn't matter
Can someone on Megan's Law own a firearm?
I'm assuming you mean "Can a sex offender own a firearm?" If so, the answer is no. Felons cannot own firearms.
Are shotguns and rifles considered firearms that are prohibited for felons to own?
Yes. ANY firearm.
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.
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.
Can you carry a firearm with a class 6 felony?
No. Convicted felons may NOT own or possess firearms.
Can a non violnet felon have a firearm?
No. Felons may not own, possess, or have access to firearms - no distinction in the law is made between violent and non-violent felons.
Can you own a firearm if convicted of a class IV felony?
It is a federal crime for convicted felons to ever own or possess a firearm, under ANY circumstance. (US Code, Title 18)
Can felons in ca own guns?
It is illegal to possess any firearm if you are a convicted felon.
Can a felon own a black power rifle in NC?
Felons are prohibited by Federal law from owning any firearm.
Is it illegal to have a gun in your house without a permit in ma?
It is not illegal. There is no permit required to own a firearm.
Can an ex felon own an air rifle in Texas?
Yes. An air rifle is not considered a firearm, thus a felons possession is not limited.
