2nd Amendment and Right to Bear Arms/Ccw
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I live in Iowa and have recently taken the class that is required for a permit to carry after Jan. 1 2011. I got two OWI's in 2007 which on both I was convicted of owi 1sts. Then I was convicted of driving while suspended in march of 2008. Will this prevent the sheriff from issuing me my permit. I don't want to waste my money on the application which is $62.50 if there is no chance in it passing. Thanks.
Jay,
Thank you for asking. There is a good chance that your record will hinder your permit to carry success. Under Federal firearm laws, two OWI's may be considered as a habitual offender. You can get you records expunged and that would help.
Best regards,
Dan
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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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