2nd Amendment and Right to Bear Arms/Purchasing a firearm

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I was convicted of a felony in NYS in 1970-possession of a dangerous drug. Finished college and was given a Certificate of Release From Disabilities in 1974. I have resided in Florida since 1974. I know this record still exists since it showed up when I obtained certain securities and insurance licenses. I have had no other legal problems and would like to purchase a firearm and possibly apply for a concealed weapons permit. What impact does the CRD have? Will I be denied on  the NICS check or will it show that I have had my civil right restored? Thanks.

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Paul,

Thanks for asking about this, IMHO, you should be able to pass the NICS check. Most legal mistakes when we are young are forgiven when we get older. I would say go ahead and try to purchase a firearm, to see what happens,

Then you will know whether to proceed to a CCW 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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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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