2nd Amendment and Right to Bear Arms/Handgun while on probation

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Expert: - 6/17/2010


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hello, my question is this,

i have a class B misdemeanor due to a speeding ticket. (85 mph in a 35mph zone)
i was given 2 years of UNSUPERVISED probation and am only 7 months into it, and will be turning 21 next month. Will i pass the background check? My record is clean other than that.
i live in missouri if that matters at all.
i would really like to hear back, thanks,
Danny-

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Danny,

Thanks for asking. Normally a speeding ticket would not prevent you passing the background check.
However 50MPH over the limit and probation may come up during the process. One way to find out is go ahead and try to purchase a handgun. You may find out that you may have to wait until you are off probation.

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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Smith & Wesson Club 1852 fall 2007 issue.

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NRA hunter safety course, NRA Range Safety Officer training, Colorado CCW permit holder, Federal Firearm Licensee, professional pistolsmith.

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