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if there are four people in a car including the owner of the car, and the police find 1 gun in the drivers counsel, can all four be charged if the 3 didnt know anything about it?
I'm not sure what this has to do with the Second Amendment and the right to keep and bear arms.
The question is too broad to answer without more specifics. The answer depends on the state law where the arrest was made. In some states, like New York, all persons in the car can be charged with possession. If one person admits to ownership, or if can be established that some people did not know about the presence of the gun, then those other people may have the charges against them dropped.
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Answers by Expert:
Robert P. Firriolo
Expertise
General constitutional (Second Amendment) and federal firearm law inquiries. New York State and New York City laws and regulations on firearms. Use of force in self-defense.
Experience
Practicing firearms law attorney, including representation of individuals, gun clubs, sportsmen's organizations, shooting ranges, and businesses. Over 20 years of grassroots activism, including involvement in campaigns and elections; writing and editing articles, letters, press-releases, policy papers, and op-ed columns; interaction with firearm regulatory agencies; former board member and current legal advisor to the board of sportsmen's and firearm civil rights organizations; pro-bono counsel on select firearms-related legal cases; debated leaders of the gun-control lobby on national television. Lecturer on lawful use of deadly physical force and crime prevention.
Education/Credentials
Attorney at law. Extensive practice, independent study and research in this field. NRA-certified firearms instructor (rifle, pistol, shotgun, home firearm safety, personal protection) and Chief Range Safety Officer.
Awards and Honors
Martindale-Hubbell "AV" Peer-Review Rating.
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