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Expert: - 2/28/2009


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i was wondering what kind of record would bar you form obtaining a pistol
permit in nassau county ny, i have a   misdeamenor drug conviction  from 5
years a ago, and a dwi, from almost ten years ago.  I have had no problem
obtaining rifles legally, but the 300 dollar price tag on just to look at the
application is making me think twice  about applying,  so any info you could
provide me  with about what kind of arrests would automatically stop me
from getting one

Answer
There is no certain answer to your question because there is no list of misdemeanor convictions which would "automatically" bar you from obtaining a pistol license. In addition to the convictions, NCPD will likely evaluate the totality of your circumstances, including job and residential history and stability. I suggest you simply call the license division and ask the commanding officer whether your convictions make it unlikely that you will get a license. Good luck.

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Robert P. Firriolo

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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.

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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.

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Martindale-Hubbell "AV" Peer-Review Rating.

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