2nd Amendment and Right to Bear Arms/ccw

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Expert: - 1/27/2009


Question
i have a few firearms. i was convicted of  DV in Kansas 3 years ago.  do i need to have that expunged on a state and Federal level before i can buy, trade, or sell?

Answer
Hi Bob,

Thanks for asking. In DV convictions  the Federal & State laws usually don't allow persons to have guns. If you want to buy, trade & sell firearms then you need an FFL. This requires a FBI & NICS background check, and finger printing too.

I recommend seeking legal assistance to see how to remove that DV from your record. Expunging  may be one option as well as a pardon.

Best regards,

Dan  

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Dan Haynes

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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.

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Valhalla Shooting Club

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