2nd Amendment and Right to Bear Arms/Can I own and buy a handgun in MI

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Expert: - 10/24/2010


Question
Hi,

I have tried to purchase a shotgun from a sporting goods store and I have been denied doing so. I went to the police station in MI where I live and the cop looked into my background and found that I have a felony conviction as a juvie) from when I was 15 in 1995 for B&E. I only have 1 other thing on my record as an adult for possession of marijuana in 2000. Can I own a handgun and a shotgun and purchase one in Michigan? Why can I buy a pistol but not a shotgun then? Help me please understand what I can do!

Thanks

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David,

Thanks for asking. With a felony conviction, and a drug conviction, you will not be able to buy either a handgun, shotgun or a rifle. Federal Law prohibits the sale of firearms to felons.

You have some options to clear your record. Get legal help to file to expunge or pardon your records.

Best regards,

Dan

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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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