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My son was convicted of a felony. He is on probation and may come and live with us. We have rifles in a gun safe in our home. Is it alright for him to live in our home? He was convicted of a non violent crime.
Dear Karen,
Thanks for asking me about this matter. It is fine for him to live in your home as long as he does not have access to the rifles in the gun safe.
Federal law says that a convicted felon may not be in possession of a firearm.
If the gun safe has a lock be sure the combination or key is not available to him.
If I can be of any further assistance please let me know.
Thanks,
Daniel
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Dan Haynes
Expertise
I will answer questions on the 2nd amendment from both historical and present day applications. I will answer questions on the right to keep and bear arms and the significance of this right. I will not answer questions that require legal interpretation or those that are outside of my areas of expertise.
Experience
I have studied the 2nd amendment from a historical view. I have certified as an NRA Range Safety Officer. I am a Federal Firearms License holder, and have a CCW permit. Since 2004, I operated my own gunsmithing shop and offer custom pistolsmithing services.
I have served a 4 year term as an elected offical on the Montrose Colorado City Council, becoming Mayor in my 4th year. I am well versed on the US Constitution and firearm laws.
Organizations
NRA, NAHC, M1 Garand Collectors Association
Publications
Smith & Wesson Club 1852 fall 2007 issue.
Education/Credentials
NRA hunter safety course, NRA Range Safety Officer training, Colorado CCW permit holder, Federal Firearm Licensee, professional pistolsmith.
Past/Present Clients
Valhalla Shooting Club
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