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My son got into some trouble when he was 17 years of age and now he is 29. He has a felony from then for theft. He served his time and his probation of 9 years and has been free and clear for over three years now with no further violations. He loves to hunt and we need to know if a "muzzle loader" is allowed for him..can you please advise. We live in TN and he just wants to remain legal.
Hi Pat,
Thanks for asking. With the felony still on his record, he may not be able to hunt even with a muzzle loader as some states classify them as firearms. I recommend contacting legal help to see if your son's felony can be expunged or pardoned. That way his record would be clear to hunt with everything.
Best regards,
Dan
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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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