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Question
When I was in highschool I got into a fight. They had just issued that safe
schools act or somthing like that and the other guy and I were arrested.
Neither of us pressed charges on the other but the city picked it up. I had
just turned 18 and was charged with 2 assult charges. I was ordered to
pay a fine and did two years of unsupervised probation. Will that arrest
prevent me from passing a background check? It was a little over 8 years
ago. Clean record ever since.
JR,
Thanks for asking. With 2 assault charges still on your record, I doubt you will pass the background check. With legal help you may be able to get those charges expunged from your record. Another option would be to file for a pardon.
Best regards,
Dan
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Answers by Expert:
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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