2nd Amendment and Right to Bear Arms/restoration of gun rights

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Expert: - 1/21/2010


Question
Back in 1999 I was convicted of misdemenor DWI and possesion of crack cocaine, was reduced to misdemenor and I had my record expunged once done with probation. Since I have served 5 years in the U.S. Army and purchased a handgun in Fayetteville NC, I had no problems with background check in NC but after moving back home to CA and trying to register there I was denied. After calling DOJ they told me that my crack cocaine charge prohibits me from having a firearm for life, unless I appeal with NICS at the FBI. What are my chances of winning an appeal with NICS? Also what can I do to better my chances of an appeal?

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Andrew,

Thanks for asking. You would need to get legal help to file for an appeal with the FBI NICS section. California is not a gun friendly state either so this may be why you were approved in North Carolina and not in California.

Best regards,

Dan

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Dan Haynes

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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.

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.

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Valhalla Shooting Club

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