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You spent 9 months in prison you are a convicted felon can ever possess a firearm?
It depends on several factors: Age of the person at time of charge
Nature of the felony
Relationship between felon and victim
State statutes ADDED: All of the above PLUS; Federal statutes (US Code Title 18) Additional info: In order to EVER be able to lawfully possess a firearm you will have to request that your felony record be EXPUNGED. To request an expungement of your STATE criminal record: You must have either been acquited or served the complete term of your sentence - then submit a petition to the court setting forth good reason(s) why your request should be granted. A judge will review your petition and the circumstances of your case and issue a ruling either granting or denying the request. AN EXPUNGEMENT IS NOT A PARDON! Law enforcement, the courts, and government agencies will always have access to your actual 'true' record. Expungement only removes the record of your offense from being viewed by the public. FELONS CONVICTED IN STATE COURT OF STATE CRIMES: If your request for expungement is granted and you are a resident of a state which completely or partially restores your "rights" (you will have to do research to learn if this applies to your particular state), you will still remain subject to any restrictions that your state laws place on you (e.g.- voting rights - holding elective office - firearms/ammunition possession - etc). CAUTION: FEDERALLY CONVICTED FELONS: It remains a FEDERAL felony offense for a federally convicted felon to ever own or possess a firearm. The U.S. Criminal Code, makes the penalty for illegal possession of a firearm a mandatory minimum of fifteen (15) years in prison in some cases (Title 18 U.S.C. sec 924(e)(1). At this time federally convicted felons have no solution to their firearm disqualification problems. By denying funding, Congress has effectively suspended the review of federally convicted felons' petitions for restoration of their firearms privileges.
What else can I help you with?
Can you own a firearm with a felony?
You can OWN it- you cannot POSSESS it. If a convicted felon posseses a firearm (holds it) it is a MAJOR violation of Federal law, punishable for LONG prison terms.
What happens to firearms you already own if you get convicted of a non-violent felony?
Whether a violent or non-violent felony, once a person is convicted, they are no longer allowed to own a firearm. In Texas, five years after the anniversary of the end of your parole or the end of the your prison sentence, you may possess one in your home; however, you may not carry one with you outside.
Can a felon associate with another felon in Texas?
No. If you are a convicted felon you can not be around a firearm at all, if you possess it then it's another crime, if you are around it you could be in violation of your probation or parole.
Is it possible to purchase firearms if convicted of a felony in 1991?
No- not unless you have been through the legal process to restore your right to possess a firearm. Otherwise it is a violation of Federal law with a serious prison sentence.
Can you own a firearm if you have been convicted of a felony as a juvenile?
If you have ever been convicted and served time, you cannot own a firearm. Double check, I could be wrong. Google your question. I am a felon and will go to federal prison if I have a firearm.
What is the penalty for a convicted felon found to own a firearm in Oklahoma?
5 years, Federal Prison
Can a convicted felon ride in a car with a person who possess a firearm?
It is a federal crime for a convicted felon to either own or "POSSESS" a firearm, of ANY type, ANYwhere, for ANY reason. Being in close proximity to a firearm (as in riding in a vehicle with one) places the felon in "constructive" possession of the firearm, therefore, he would be in violation of the law. Furthermore, if the person with the firearm KNEW that the other person was a convicted felon they MIGHT be charged with 'aiding and abetting.'
Can a felon own a handgun in Illinois?
No. A convicted felon is neither allowed to own or "POSSESS" firearms. A firearm in a convicted felon's home places them in what is known as "constructive possession" of the firearm and is illegal.
How can a 3rd degree felon restore their firearm rights in Florida?
The question doesn't disclose the questioners legal status - however - if the questioner is a convicted felon - it will not/can not happen. Regardless of what state you reside in it is a violation of FEDERAL Law (USC, Title 18) for a convicted felon to ever own or possess firearms or ammuntion.
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.
Does a federal pardon restore firearms rights?
Yes, but they are RARELY granted. It is a felony offense for a federally convicted felon to EVER own or possess a firearm. The U.S. Criminal Code, makes the penalty for illegal possession of a firearm a mandatory minimum of fifteen (15) years in prison, in some cases (Title 18 U.S.C. sec 924(e)(1). At this time FEDERALLY convicted felons have no solution to their firearm disqualification. By denying funding for the purpose, Congress has effectively eliminated the review of federally convicted felons' petitions for restoration of their firearms privileges.
Can a convicted federal felon who has met all obligations of his prison sentence and all the terms of his supervised release possess a firearm?
No, federal law prohibits felons from owning or possessing any firearms, period. The one loop-hole would to have your conviction expunged by the jurisdiction in which you were convicted. Simply completing the terms required does not restore your rights.
