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Hi, I was involved in a domestic dispute with my ex 10 years ago. They had nothing to go off other than she told them she was afraid for her life and I violated a 72 hour no contact. I was put in jail and found guilty of a county charge of battery even though there were no marks on her(I had a bad lawyer I should have fired). I want to buy a new rifle as I want to take up hunting again but am worried I will be red flagged here in Wisconsin. All I ever got out of it was a fine, nothing else. Is this something I am going to have to worry about? thanks
David,
Thanks for asking,
Yes the battery charge could be enough to prevent your purchase of a rifle. Any charge related to violence is often enough to raise a red flag. I would recommend finding legal help to see about getting the charge off of your record.
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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