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My brother in law want to hunt deer in Pa. this fall/winter. He has a felony for the state of Del. Family has told us he can not own or be in the same room where firearms are being kept such as at deer camp. We would like this family member to be able to attend deer camp to hunt but we need to know if this is possible under the way the laws a written today.

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Meshell,

If he has a felony conviction he may not own or possess firearms as per Federal Law. If he is caught hunting he will be charged for possession of a firearm which is another felony. This is a Federal Law and each state also has laws. Until his felony is expunged or pardoned, he would be well advised not to be caught with a firearm.  

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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.

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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.

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