2nd Amendment and Right to Bear Arms/felon owning rifle

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Expert: - 4/30/2010


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I was convicted of a felony (burglary) over 33 years ago. I had my record sealed by the Massachusetts courts. Can I own a hunting rifle. According to CORI Ido not have to divulge my criminal record when seeking employment. Do I have to when applying for a rifle permit? I havent been in any trouble for 33 years..Many thnx

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Edward,

Thanks for asking. A felony on your record will prevent owning any firearm. You may want to consider legal help to ask for pardon or to expunge your record.
Anytime you apply for employment it is always good to tell the truth. The same when applying for a rifle permit.

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.

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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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NRA, NAHC, M1 Garand Collectors Association

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