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2nd Amendment and Right to Bear Arms/Questions Answered by Expert Dan Haynes

SubjectDate Asked
Purchasing a firearm1/9/2012
  Q: I was convicted of a felony in NYS in 1970-possession of a dangerous drug. Finished college and was ...
  A: Paul, Thanks for asking about this, IMHO, you should be able to pass the NICS check. Most legal ...
Prohibited or not?11/17/2011
  Q: I have a felony conviction for Failure to Pay Child Support in Ohio. It is a 5th degree felony, ...
  A: Mark, Thanks for asking. Under federal law a felony prohibits owning firearms. The nature of your ...
2nd amendment rights11/7/2011
  Q: IF YOU WERE CHARGED AND CONVICTED OF BURGLARY IS THERE ANY WAY FOR ME TO EVER GET MY RIGHTS TO CARRY ...
  A: Dusty, Thanks for asking. Even though your charge was a long time ago unless you get your record ...
second amendment10/12/2011
  Q: I was charged and convicted of regulated firearm by prohibited person and served 9 months on 3years, ...
  A: John, Why were you a prohibited person? Did you mean you served 9 months of a 3 year sentence? Why ...
2nd7/26/2011
  Q: When the Gun Control Act of 1968 was implemented were it's effects felt retro actively? For ...
  A: Matt, Thanks for asking. The GCA act of 1968 was not felt retro active. It only was applied on ...
Handgun purchase delay in oregon.7/22/2011
  Q: I recently went to purchase a 22. cal Ruger. I have had contact with the Oregon state police and ...
  A: Steven, Thanks for asking. IMHO it appears that your drug possession charge could be the problem. ...
right to bear arms.6/29/2011
  Q: I plead guilty under article 893 to a cocaine residue charge in 2007 in Louisiana. I am going in ...
  A: Peter, Ask your lawyer this questions: If Louisiana has given you a pardon, why do you require an ...
Purchasing a gun6/27/2011
  Q: Dan, My wife is a convicted felon in florida. We are currently living in Alabama where she is on ...
  A: Shane, Thanks for inquiring. If you cleared for purchase of a firearm before you married her, and ...
Purchasing6/6/2011
  Q: In 1994 I was convicted of domestic violence in Alaska (no guns or weapons involved). I heard a ...
  A: Matt, Thanks for asking. Federal firearm laws state that DV charges will prevent firearms ...
Confiscated Weapons in Maryland5/23/2011
  Q: I arrested about a year ago and was convicted of misdemeanor assault. At the time of my arrest the ...
  A: James, Thanks for asking. I was recently involved in a similar case. In order to get my weapon back ...
CHL with a SEALED record in Texas5/23/2011
  Q: In Texas: A person with Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon receives Deferred Adjudication (13 ...
  A: Dale, I found these questions listed on a Florida CHL application form. Have you been convicted ...
Can my wife have a gun in our house if I have a misd. assult charge?5/16/2011
  Q: Hey Dan, I have a misdemeanor assault charge from 11 years ago and have recently been denied the ...
  A: David, Yes your wife can have a gun as long as you do not have access to it. You both would be in ...
roomates and firearms5/14/2011
  Q: Is a gun owner legally required to disclose the acquisition of a licensed firearm into a household ...
  A: Brandon, In your state that may be true. I have not heard of a requirement to disclose unless the ...
Pawn shop firearm ?5/10/2011
  Q: I pawned 2 rifles and then got a assault charge against my wife. I have not been convicted but I ...
  A: Jack, Thanks for asking. If your wife has a clean record, yes she can pick them up.If you get ...
Gun ownership4/23/2011
  Q: I had a Domestic Violence charge about 17 years ago in the state of Georgia.I live in Arizona now ...
  A: Jeff, A DV charge will prevent you from owning a firearm. Get legal help to file to expunge or ...
ccw permit4/16/2011
  Q: I have recently purchased 2 handguns in missouri but i have read that if you have had a felony sis ...
  A: Rob, Thanks for asking. Under Federal Law convicted felons cannot buy firearms, period. If you have ...
Can I own a gun4/6/2011
  Q: My husband and I went to purchase a gun, his was delayed I cleared and purchased my gun. I also ...
  A: Jessica, Thanks for asking. IMHO you can still own the gun and the gun dealer is putting the cart ...
Having a gun in the car without a LTCF3/17/2011
  Q: can you please clarify what the PA laws say about having a handgun in your car if you do NOT have a ...
  A: Dave, Thanks for asking. As far as I know you can carry a gun in your car without a license/permit. ...
obtainig a class b ltc3/10/2011
  Q: I live in dedham MA and seven years ago i was areested in walpole MA, for possesion of marijuana. i ...
  A: Michael, Thanks for asking. There is a good chance because of it being drug related that it may ...
pistol permit for son3/1/2011
  Q: MY STEP SON IS GOING TO BE IN LAW INFORCEMENT IN NY. CAN HE GET A PISTOL PERMIT IF I LIVE IN SAME ...
  A: Glenn, Thanks for asking. Yes he can get a pistol permit for his job. Both of you just need to make ...
40 years after conviction of non violent crime2/28/2011
  Q: I know someone who committed a non violent felony over 40 yrs ago(bad check). Since then he has been ...
  A: Frank, Thanks for asking. He can get his right to own firearms back by filing to expunge or pardon ...
Juvenile Conviction2/26/2011
  Q: When I was 16 I believe I pleaded guilty to a domestic violence charge. I live in California, am I ...
  A: Jack, Thanks for asking. Under Federal Firearm laws, a convicted felon may not own a firearm. A ...
May I, or may I not have a firearm?2/21/2011
  Q: I entered a guilty plea to a Class D felony about 25 years ago. I was sentenced to probation, which ...
  A: Ben, Thanks for asking. Unless you felony charge has been expunged or pardoned by legal help, it ...
Federal Firearm Disability2/20/2011
  Q: I had a Misdemeanor Domestic Violence in 2005 for a dispute w my brother. I never was told or given ...
  A: Dan, Thanks for asking. Under Federal firearms laws, a DV charge will restrict you from firearms ...
Gun Control2/19/2011
  Q: Have you published anything expressing your views on gun control? Who would you say are currently ...
  A: Jaime, Thanks for asking. You can read my answered questions to find my views on gun control. As ...
Right to bear arms2/17/2011
  Q: You have been asked this question before, but you never actually ANSWER it! Specifically, can the ...
  A: Trudy, Thanks for asking. If you read my bio you will see that I am not a lawyer or an attorney. I ...
misdemeanor simple battery2/7/2011
  Q: I pleaded to a nolo charge of misdemeanor simple battery. I am 40 and have never been convicted of ...
  A: Chris, Thanks for asking. Simple battery is related to DV which may hinder your ability to own a ...
Old misdemeanor for marijuana1/17/2011
  Q: I have read a bunch of your answers and you seem to imply that any drug offense will bar you from ...
  A: Andy, Thanks for asking. Even though Arizona is a gun friendly state, a drug charge on your record ...
Ccw1/5/2011
  Q: I live in Iowa and have recently taken the class that is required for a permit to carry after Jan. 1 ...
  A: Jay, Thank you for asking. There is a good chance that your record will hinder your permit to carry ...
Keep Gun in Maryland12/15/2010
  Q: I was charged with a CDS in October of 2009. Is there anything I can do to keep my right to bear ...
  A: Donald, Thanks for asking. Federal firearm laws prohibit ownership if you have drug charges on your ...
Buying a firearm in California.12/14/2010
  Q: If you were denied,how can you fight to get a firearm. Is there a process you go through? Thank you ...
  A: Sean, Thanks for asking. California has very restrictive gun laws. However Federal Law prohibits ...
NJ FID eligibility11/27/2010
  Q: Hey Dan I have two questions the first one is I received a deferred disposition as a juvenile for a ...
  A: Robert, Thanks for asking. It is always best to tell the truth so yes include it. New Jersey ...
Bear arms11/26/2010
  Q: I was convicted of a non-violent felony in California when I was 18 years old. I served out my ...
  A: Dan, Thanks for asking. With your record expunged, you should be able to pass the background check. ...
the second amendment11/9/2010
  Q: I currently have to conduct a set of interviews for my English 1 honors class. In this class i am ...
  A: AJ, Thanks for asking. IMHO the second amendment means exactly what it says. A well regulated ...
History of the loss of right to bear arms11/5/2010
  Q: When did the law regarding crime change, As in the 1800's when you were released from Prison you ...
  A: Ernie, The wild west of the 1800's was a whole different world. Read the below that I got from: ...
Restore Rights to Bear Arms In SC11/1/2010
  Q: I know the true meaning of the 2nd and that it is really a human right that the government turned it ...
  A: James, Thanks for asking. Under federal firearms laws you may run into a problem with your records. ...
Am I illegible to buy a hand gun?10/31/2010
  Q: I am a international student , here in America on F-1 VISA, I live in Fremont,California. I have ...
  A: Aditya, Thanks for asking and I can understand your concern. As far as I have read about it, If you ...
Ohio ccw permit10/25/2010
  Q: In 2007 i was in a fight and charged with an m1 assault can i still obtain a ccw permit
  A: John, Thanks for asking. Assault is considered violence and under federal law you most likely will ...
Can I own and buy a handgun in MI10/24/2010
  Q: I have tried to purchase a shotgun from a sporting goods store and I have been denied doing so. I ...
  A: David, Thanks for asking. With a felony conviction, and a drug conviction, you will not be able to ...
firearms sell10/22/2010
  Q: theres a gun show coming to my town in Florda. I was wondering if i could buy a gun from an ...
  A: Jack, Thanks for asking. At a gun show most of the sellers are obligated to run your record (form ...
right to bear arms10/17/2010
  Q: My husband and I were both convicted of a felony in 2004. We fulfilled the terms of our sentence and ...
  A: Tami, Evidently his felony record still shows up on the background check. It may take a full pardon ...
HANDGUN PURCHASE DELAYED10/14/2010
  Q: I am a resident of NH and have been for 15 years. I am a pillar of the community and father of four ...
  A: Mr. Carlson, I thank you for asking about this matter. If you come back denied after being put on ...
florida gun laws10/14/2010
  Q: Is it legal to carry a rifle(unloaded) in the gun rack of a vehicle? In the back window because it ...
  A: Brian, Thanks for asking. Here are the Florida gun laws for your review. ...
Assult charge but no conviction10/13/2010
  Q: When I was in highschool I got into a fight. They had just issued that safe schools act or somthing ...
  A: JR, Thanks for asking. With 2 assault charges still on your record, I doubt you will pass the ...
pro gun attorney10/6/2010
  Q: I am looking for a pro-gun attorney in Iowa. Could you refer me to one? Thx Beth
  A: The best one in Iowa is Brenna Findley. She is backed by the NRA and is in the running for attorney ...
My 2nd Amendment Rights9/29/2010
  Q: I am living with and engaged to a convicted felon. I know that he is not allowed to own guns ...
  A: Nicki, That should be ok as long as it is locked up and he cannot get it out. One word of advice is ...
My 2nd Amendment Rights9/29/2010
  Q: I am living with and engaged to a convicted felon. I know that he is not allowed to own guns ...
  A: Nicki, Thanks for asking. In your home keep the guns locked up. In your car,place you gun to where ...
Buying Multiple Guns9/22/2010
  Q: My wife bought her first gun less than a month ago, now we ordered another gun and had it shipped to ...
  A: Kevin, Thanks for asking. As far as I know, Ohio does not have 1 gun per month law. I do know that ...
can my wife have a gun9/20/2010
  Q: i am a felon iv been out for a few years.my family and i recently moved to tennessee we live in the ...
  A: Wayne, Thank you for asking. Since your wife has a clean record, she may own a gun, but if she does ...
Right to bear arms .9/14/2010
  Q: Mr. Haynes I am a combat Vietnam veteran.Diagnosed 100% PTSD disabled. Will this condition ...
  A: Roger, Thanks for asking. Mental conditions will prevent firearm ownership and a CCW. I am not a ...
restoring my right to bear arms9/5/2010
  Q: I plead guilty to veh.manslaughter and that is the only trouble i have ever had in 47 years. I want ...
  A: Tony, Thanks for asking. I do not know if Mississippi considers vehicular manslaughter a felony, ...
Oregon Gun Ownership8/23/2010
  Q: I am a non-felon, not legally prohibited against carrying a concealed weapon in any way. I live in ...
  A: Mitch, Thanks for asking. If you keep your guns locked up and away from your roommate, you will not ...
Want to buy a shotgun8/11/2010
  Q: there have been a lot of break ins in my community in the past couple weeks and my wife and I are ...
  A: Alex, Thanks for asking. Unless you have had your felony record expunged or pardoned, you cannot ...
why was all gunshops raided on long island8/11/2010
  Q: why was our house raided aswell as the gunshops
  A: http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100513/NEWS/100519858 See the above link I ...
can I legally own handgun?8/11/2010
  Q: I submitted for gun ownership today and was denied. I was convicted of a felony (in CA) more than 19 ...
  A: Mike, Thanks for asking about this. IMHO you should be able to own a gun if your record was ...
Gun purchase8/10/2010
  Q: I live in Pennsylvania. In 2007 I was convicted of a second DUI (highest tier) which is an M-1 ...
  A: Patrick, If you are an armed Security officer and have been since 2004, then you should be able to ...
Gun purchase8/10/2010
  Q: I live in Pennsylvania. In 2007 I was convicted of a second DUI (highest tier) which is an M-1 ...
  A: Patrick, Thanks for asking. Yes this is correct. See the summary below for more information. Dan ...
buy a gun8/9/2010
  Q: Can i buy a gun with a 3rd degree domestic violence conviction in 2004 it wasn't a felony and ...
  A: Shane, Thanks for asking. Here is a summary of federal gun laws that will answer your question. ...
Gun control and eugenics7/27/2010
  Q: I recently watched a movie called Maafa 21 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3B2YG7vtwXA). It is about ...
  A: Hoi, Thanks for inquiring about this matter. It appears that you have already done a lot of ...
my rec is clean and he is a felon7/25/2010
  Q: i was very relieved to see Stacey's question. my fiancee and I have been trying to find the answer ...
  A: Jessica, Thanks for asking. The best way is to keep your guns locked up away from your man. Yes you ...
illinois 410 probation7/13/2010
  Q: I recieved Illinois 410 (1410 etc.) felony probation for a minor drug offence in the early 90's. I ...
  A: Rob, Thanks for asking. Under Federal Law drug related charges will prevent firearm ownership. ...
getting my pistols back7/6/2010
  Q: i was convicted in federal court of misdemeanor possession of a controlled substance [anabolic s] ...
  A: Scott, Thanks for asking. Anyone that had a Federal drug related conviction will have problems ...
Restoration of fire arms7/6/2010
  Q: I have a domestic violence charge in FL from 1991. I have been denied the right to purchase a fire ...
  A: Darryl, Thanks for asking. In order to restore your rights you need legal help to file for a pardon ...
What's your position?6/22/2010
  Q: I hope all is going well. I wanted to know what is your position on the right to bear arms? Are you ...
  A: Elvis, Thanks for asking. I am 100% for the right to keep and bear arms. I am for it because the US ...
Concealed Handgun license6/21/2010
  Q: When my son was 14 years old and we lived in Nebraska; he was charge with possession of a fire arm ...
  A: Jay, Thanks for asking. This information came from ...
Handgun while on probation6/17/2010
  Q: my question is this, i have a class B misdemeanor due to a speeding ticket. (85 mph in a 35mph ...
  A: Danny, Thanks for asking. Normally a speeding ticket would not prevent you passing the background ...
Texas misdemeanor domestic violence charge6/8/2010
  Q: I was convicted of misdemeanor domestic violence in Bexar county Texas in 1998. A couple of years ...
  A: Tom, Thanks for asking. Yes the DV charge will stay on your record and the only way to get it off ...
Element of Domestic Violence6/6/2010
  Q: In Georgia i was accused of fought and settled a charge of domestic violence. It was reduced to ...
  A: Randall, Thanks for asking. I think it means that the original charge was indeed domestic violence. ...
Carrying a firearm without a permit.6/5/2010
  Q: it is true that California has passed a bill that will make it illegal to carry a unloaded handgun ...
  A: Mr. Saenz, If California passed a law like this I would not be surprised. This is a good document ...
cant by pistal5/8/2010
  Q: i have tried to by a pistol and been turn down. a couple years ago i bought a 12 G shot gun. anyway ...
  A: Jason, Thanks for asking, It sounds like you need legal help to get through this maze of rules & ...
Request for an Interview5/4/2010
  Q: Haynes, My friend and I are making a documentary video for a project at school. For this project, ...
  A: I thank you for calling on me to answer these questions. 1. The Second Amendment was adopted on ...
felon owning rifle4/30/2010
  Q: I was convicted of a felony (burglary) over 33 years ago. I had my record sealed by the ...
  A: Edward, Thanks for asking. A felony on your record will prevent owning any firearm. You may want to ...
contradiction4/27/2010
  Q: the 2addm is part of constitution how can it be taken awsy becase i'm a fellon i'm still an American ...
  A: Tom, Thanks for asking. Since you are a felon, your crime gave up your second amendment rights. ...
Concealed carry permits4/15/2010
  Q: Good Afternoon Sir I just purchased my first firearm from Dunklebergers here in Pa and was wondering ...
  A: Jimmy, Thanks for asking. here is the process for your review: ...
Disability4/12/2010
  Q: Greetings Mr. Haynes, I am 50 years old and have purchased many firearms over the years. In the late ...
  A: Greetings Darren, Thanks for asking. In most cases drug related charges will hinder your firearm ...
Gun rights4/4/2010
  Q: Will a undesirable discharge from the Navy in 1970 prevent gun ownership.
  A: Greg, Thanks for asking. When filling out the ATF 4473 form, I think that there is a question that ...
Restoring firearm rights 21 years after Federal Drug Use Conviction4/3/2010
  Q: In 1989 I was stationed overseas in the US Army, and was convicted of drug use and sentenced to 8 ...
  A: Scott, Thanks for asking. Ask your attorney if it is possible to get a full pardon even though this ...
Obtaining a Carry permit in PA3/19/2010
  Q: 20 years ago,in the state of Florida, I used a gun in self defense of a robbery. One robber was ...
  A: Patrick, I thank you for asking and do agree that without the gun you may not be here today. Since ...
question3/18/2010
  Q: I have a friend who lives in southern NV and her 2 yr old son shot himself through the leg, abdomen ...
  A: Kaleigh, Thanks for asking. At this point a good firearms rights attorney would be most beneficial. ...
bb, pellet, airsoft guns3/13/2010
  Q: If a person in ohio is convicted of a crime that triggers a federal firearm disability, but not a ...
  A: Linda, Thanks for asking. I found this information for your review. It covers both State & Federal ...
Right to Bear Air3/8/2010
  Q: I was convicted as a juvineil for assualt with a deadly weapon in 2005. Sense then i have not had ...
  A: Ronnie, Thanks for asking. Federal law prohibits firearm possession by felons. If your case is ...
POSSESSION RIGHTS3/5/2010
  Q: RECENTLY I SERVED OUT A FIVE YEAR SENTENCE ON A THIRD DEGREE BURGLARY CHARGE THAT I WAS CONVICTED OF ...
  A: Shawn, Thanks for asking. A third degree burglary charge is a felony, and by Federal law, felons ...
gun rights2/22/2010
  Q: i was wondering how to get my gun rights back i am not a felon but ive had a domestic violence in my ...
  A: Conrad, Thanks for asking. Even though you do not have a felony charge, a DV conviction will also ...
Who's eligible to carry a gun for safety?2/19/2010
  Q: I have recently been beaten and raped. I have pressed criminal charges. I am in fear that the ...
  A: Jane, I am sorry to hear about your beating and rape. You do have grounds to be afraid. Florida is ...
Gun laws2/17/2010
  Q: I was convicted of a felony for illegal use of a telecommunication device in 2005. can i own a ...
  A: David, Thanks for asking. But felony charges by Federal Law will prevent firearm ownership. However ...
How can I get my gun rights back2/17/2010
  Q: I was convicted of drug possesion back around 2000 (cocaine less than a gram) I have since been ...
  A: Anthony, Thanks for asking. Your drug charges need to be pardoned or the records need to be ...
hunting rights for class e felonies2/9/2010
  Q: If someone has been convicted of a class e felony in North Carolina, and has had their lifetime ...
  A: Pam, Thanks for asking. A convicted felon may not possess a firearm under Federal Law so going ...
gun rights2/9/2010
  Q: i live in az and would like to reinstate my gun rights how much trouble is it ive been out of ...
  A: Abraham, Thanks for asking. If you are a convicted felon, the only way to reinstate your gun rights ...
DUI vs 2nd Amendment Right2/8/2010
  Q: DUI THIRD vs. 2ND AMENDMENT GUN RIGHT: A VICTIMLESS FELONY & VOID OF INJURED PARTY Current law ...
  A: Michael, I am not a state lawyer, but in some states, 3 DUI's make a habitual offender and can ...
Wifes right to bear arms2/8/2010
  Q: My husband was convicted of a felony 30yrs ago and a vengeful relative decided to call the police ...
  A: Staci, Thanks for asking: If one parties record is clean and the other party is a felon, then the ...
Does the Constition protect private gun ownership2/3/2010
  Q: Does the Constition protect private gun ownership ANSWER: Leah, Yes the 2nd amendment of the ...
  A: Leah, If you and your group are against gun control then you and your group are for the ownership ...
Does the Constition protect private gun ownership2/3/2010
  Q: Does the Constition protect private gun ownership ANSWER: Leah, Yes the 2nd amendment of the ...
  A: The history and background on gun ownership can be found in a small book called the 2nd Amendment ...
Additional Township Forms2/3/2010
  Q: My town in NJ has their own forms that they require completion of, (one needs certification) before ...
  A: David, Your town has the right to require those forms for firearms and yes they can refuse your ...
restoration of gun rights1/21/2010
  Q: Back in 1999 I was convicted of misdemenor DWI and possesion of crack cocaine, was reduced to ...
  A: Andrew, Thanks for asking. You would need to get legal help to file for an appeal with the FBI NICS ...
Return of property ( pistol & shotgun)1/17/2010
  Q: If I took the plea of guilty with special conditions ( gun course ,1 yr probation with six months of ...
  A: William, I am not a legal expert so get yourself a lawyer and ask him these questions. One thing ...
Conceal weapon licensing1/15/2010
  Q: I was denied a conceal weapon license because in 1988 I was convicted of a class D 3rd degree ...
  A: George, Thanks for asking. Due to Federal Law which states that convicted felons may not own or ...
Right to buy a handgun in North Carolina1/6/2010
  Q: IredellI have never been convicted of a felony in any state I was born and raised in Statesville, NC ...
  A: Craig, Thanks for asking, I suggest that you get legal help to determine why you are getting denied ...
posseson of firearms1/5/2010
  Q: Can a person that has been convicted of a felony and has had there civil rights restored own or ...
  A: Rick, Here is what Minnesota law says about persons that cant own firearms, persons who have been ...
gun rights restoration12/30/2009
  Q: i was convicted of 2 felony's in January of 2006, in Ohio. i was a resident of Indiana so my ...
  A: James, Thanks for asking. Two felonies are quite serious. You need legal help to file to expunge ...
Firearms license in PA12/24/2009
  Q: I have been put on "Delay" for approval of buying a hunting rifle in PA. I have a failure to appear ...
  A: Dave, If you have been put on delay, yes it is preventing you from getting a rifle. Ususally on ...
Gun Laws 2nd amendment rights12/23/2009
  Q: In state of california is it leagal to own a handgun if convicted of a felony, then have it reduced ...
  A: James, Thanks for asking. Even if the charges are reduced, it would still show up on the ...
felons at gun range12/23/2009
  Q: can convicted felons rent guns from the gun range? can my wife and i go shooting at the range ...
  A: Keith, Thanks for asking but Federal law states that felons my not own or possess firearms. At the ...
Will I be denied for a rifle purchase?12/18/2009
  Q: I live in Texas & I want to buy my husband a rifle for Christmas, but I have a warrant for an unpaid ...
  A: there is a good chance that when you get the background check the outstanding warrant may come up ...
felons, non felons, and gun ownership12/15/2009
  Q: I am reading in your answers two conflicting answers. 1. dated 6/7/2009 stating that the non-felon ...
  A: A convicted felon may not possess a firearm. If one party is clean and wants to have a gun then ...
gun laws12/13/2009
  Q: In 1993 I was convicted in Texas for aggravated assault and served ten years in prison, and ...
  A: Ed, Thanks for asking. Yes she can own a gun while you live there provided she does not allow you ...
Gun Rights12/8/2009
  Q: I plead guilty to a misdemeanor domestic violence charge here in the state of California in July ...
  A: John, Thanks for asking. Yes it is possible even thought the DV charge is of a violent nature. You ...
Foid card12/4/2009
  Q: I pleaded guilty to a domestic battery charge about 10 years ago and was wondering if or how I would ...
  A: Dodgeboy, Thanks for asking. A DV or battery charge will prevent you from owning firearms. Illinois ...
firearms11/19/2009
  Q: In the state of Indiana can a convicted felon purchase a rifle or shot gun and if not how can you go ...
  A: Shawn, Thanks for asking. No convicted felon can purchase firearms, whether they are rifle, shotgun ...
Felony dropped to misdameanor11/16/2009
  Q: I was convicted of CSD 1st and 2nd degree in MN in 1995. I was given a stay of 10years where the ...
  A: David, IMHO, if your felony was reduced to a misdemeanor, and it was not drug, violence or mental ...
DUI and Gun Rights11/12/2009
  Q: Dan if you could help me with this question it would be very much appreciated! I live in Oregon and ...
  A: The only thing that it can be is that Oregon law makes the DUI relate to gun ownership. DUI under ...
research paper11/10/2009
  Q: i need help on my senior research paper and i want to do it over supporting the second amendment but ...
  A: Zach, Thanks for asking me to clarify a point. What he means it to narrow it down to the real ...
Restoration of Firearm rights11/6/2009
  Q: My husband recently Petitioned the county gun board to have his rights restored. He had been ...
  A: IMHO if his rights were restored, then he should be able to own firearms. I have no idea what MCL ...
Muzzle Loaders11/4/2009
  Q: My son got into some trouble when he was 17 years of age and now he is 29. He has a felony from ...
  A: With the felony still on his record, he may not be able to hunt even with a muzzle loader as some ...
CCW (CPL) and PPO's11/3/2009
  Q: I am 25 have a very clean record, no criminal charges or misdemeanors what so ever. In 2008 February ...
  A: Ahmed, Thanks for asking. In my opinion if your girlfriend took off the protection order, you ...
convicted felons hunting with pellet guns10/29/2009
  Q: My friend has spent 6 months in regional jail on a felony conviction. While i know he cannot posess ...
  A: HERE IS ONE ANSWER THAT YOU MAY PRINT OUT. Yes, an air gun is not a firearm. You can also buy ...
gun possesion10/29/2009
  Q: Can a convicted felon of none violent crimes posess black powder guns legally?
  A: Ivan, Thanks for asking. Depends on what state you are in. Often it depends on if the felony was ...
housing & 2nd amendment10/26/2009
  Q: I live in Neopit WI. Menominee Reservation. I live in a tribal housing & my boyfriend brought his ...
  A: Your boyfriend violated the terms of the lease. You may get evicted if the lease holder finds out ...
restoration of rights10/24/2009
  Q: I was convicted of non-violent felonies in WI when i was 18 and did 3 1/2 years out of five in the ...
  A: Josh, Thanks for asking. In order to restore your rights get a legal service that can expunge or ...
Juvenile Record10/19/2009
  Q: We're having difficulty determining if a juvenile record from 27 years ago can result in a firearm ...
  A: Destiny, Thanks for asking. From what you describe it is highly likely that the juvenile record ...
ccw10/18/2009
  Q: About three and a half years ago I was received a paraphernalia charge. When I went to court my ...
  A: Aaron, Thanks for asking. There is a good chance that the drug related charge will cause a problem. ...
right to bear arms10/10/2009
  Q: i live Boston MASS. i was arrested and charge assult and battery domestic, went to court out come i ...
  A: Eddie, Thanks for asking. Assault & battery are considered violent crimes and would prevent you ...
carry permit after youthful offender non felony10/9/2009
  Q: My husband was arrested at age 16 in 1977, charged as a youthful offender and was advised case would ...
  A: Gail, Thanks for asking. This is a job for a legal expert. I suggest that they contact NYC and get ...
restoration of right to bear arms in pa after having been involuntarily hospitalized10/6/2009
  Q: My question is this, 2 years ago I was 302'ed by the police and was wondering when if I could ever ...
  A: Steven, Thanks for asking, Suicide is considered a mental condition,which will not be good for ...
Denial for picking up pistol....10/2/2009
  Q: I just received my pistol permit in Broome County on like August /19/2009. I purchased a pistol in ...
  A: Mark, It seems to me that if you bought the pistol in another state, and they ran a background ...
after 40 years after felony9/12/2009
  Q: is there a way to get a gun never had another charge in 60 now and i was like 19 or 20 when charged ...
  A: Johnnie, If that felony is still on your record even after 40 years, then you will not be able to ...
Restore Firearms Rights in Michigan9/1/2009
  Q: In 1994/1995 I had several convictions all non-violent in the state of Michigan. I am hoping to get ...
  A: Mity, Thanks for asking. The only way to get your rights restored is to go through legal ...
rifle law8/13/2009
  Q: I was involved in a domestic dispute with my ex 10 years ago. They had nothing to go off other than ...
  A: David, Thanks for asking, Yes the battery charge could be enough to prevent your purchase of a ...
Felon's Right to Own firearms8/12/2009
  Q: I thought Gun restrictions was just for hand guns and guns that need to be registered, and that was ...
  A: Fred, No it is not true: It depends on which state you live in. All firearms legally purchased ...
Pertaining to a felon being around a firearm.8/12/2009
  Q: Although I have seen the following question asked in various ways, I have not read an answer that ...
  A: Fred, The officer was correct. As long as it is not ever in your physical possession, you and your ...
just applied for michigan cpl permit had a question7/26/2009
  Q: " ok i was charged with domestic violence 1-2-06 was a big family argument with inlaws never ...
  A: Mike sorry about the first response. I hit the wrong key. The best way to handle this matter is to ...
Do my gun rights get automaticly reinstated when i was released from 3 years probation?7/24/2009
  Q: i was convicted on two counts of d/v 13-1203-1 assault-knowingly causing. released from probation ...
  A: Robert, Based on the nature of the case, I recommend 1. That you go see the judge that handled your ...
gun purchas denial7/15/2009
  Q: with a past of misdemeanors & never any prison record & no violence why is the F.B.I. to refuse a ...
  A: Jesse, The FBI has a comprehensive background check system so perhaps some of the misdemeanors ...
Restoring rights7/13/2009
  Q: My boyfriend had a case in Florida where adjudication was withheld for possession of cocaine in ...
  A: Dawn Thanks for asking. Unfortunately a pardon or clemency is necessary to restore his right to ...
nj firearms id7/10/2009
  Q: i want to apply for my firearms id in NJ. 32 years ago i was charged with possession of less than ...
  A: Daniel, Thanks for asking. Just so you know, most drug related charges would be enough to prevent ...
CCW7/10/2009
  Q: Back in 2002 i was charged with posession of marijuana. I plead no contest and now am looking to ...
  A: Adam, Thanks for asking. If you have this conviction expunged then you should be ok as far as ...
ccw rights7/7/2009
  Q: Are any non-felony convictions such as an o.w.i.(operating while impaired)a denial in the right to ...
  A: Joe, Thanks for asking. An OWI or DUI is normally not enough to deny your right to bear arms unless ...
non felon living with felon7/3/2009
  Q: What are my rights on owning a shotgun while living with a felon. I have no criminal history. I was ...
  A: Yes you can own a firearm if you have a clean record. Just be sure the felon you live with does not ...
Second amendment6/30/2009
  Q: In class we were asked to research the limitations of the second amendment. What are at least 5 ...
  A: Lili, The Second Amendment states: A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a ...
del. resident with felony wants to hunt deer in Pa. this fall/winter with a fire arm6/29/2009
  Q: My brother in law want to hunt deer in Pa. this fall/winter. He has a felony for the state of Del. ...
  A: Meshell, If he has a felony conviction he may not own or possess firearms as per Federal Law. If he ...
can I buy a shotgun5/29/2009
  Q: My son in law was discharged from the military under a other than honorable discharge, will he be ...
  A: Lisa, Thanks for asking. It all depends upon what kind of discharge. The only one at the federal ...
gunprivleges5/13/2009
  Q: allmost 20 yrs. ago i had a fight with my wife in flagler co fl we are still married not fighting ...
  A: Dennis, You did not say whether or not if you were charged with domestic violence. If so, then you ...
2nd4/29/2009
  Q: i was released from prision about a year ago and i do not wish to own a pistol but just a rifel to ...
  A: Mr. Lenz, Thanks for asking. You did not say but I assume that you were charged and convicted of a ...
Gun rights restoration4/23/2009
  Q: I was convited of grand larceny in fed court in 1991.All my time and probation has long since been ...
  A: Mr. Fields, Thanks for contacting me about this matter. I am not a legal expert but if you were ...
Who do I appeal to?4/8/2009
  Q: I am the same person who asked the "Can I be my own lawyer" question. When I purchased a pistol ...
  A: Steve, Thanks for asking. I would definitely contact the police department to see why they are so ...
Unclassified misdemeanor conviction in 20044/6/2009
  Q: I was convicted of operating while intoxicated 2nd offense(Wisconsin) "an unclassified misdemeanor" ...
  A: Jack, Thanks for asking. This may prevent you from buying a firearm,if Wisconsin laws state that ...
right to hunt with a ungraded felony3/27/2009
  Q: can i hunt still with a ungraded felony after probation ends i been tryin to get answer on this for ...
  A: Noah, Thanks for asking. I found this for you: Some state legislators, when making a law neglect ...
Gun rights reinstated!!!!3/19/2009
  Q: I was charged with the manufacturing of marijuana back several years ago and I think it was ...
  A: Jimmy, Thank you for asking about this matter. Federal law says that convicted felons may not own ...
2nd Amendment & Social issues3/16/2009
  Q: Who was the 2nd amendment writing for? I had a discussion with my friends who believe that the 2nd ...
  A: The Second Amendment was written for all people of the United States of America, not just for ...
gun permit3/13/2009
  Q: Eight yrs ago i was convicted of a d felony/fraud. several yrs before that i had a gun permit. they ...
  A: Cami, Thanks for asking. If they never revoked your gun permit after your felony/fraud conviction ...
can I purchase a firearm3/8/2009
  Q: In 96 I pled to a the degree misdoer involving a firearm..hand it expunged....old girlfriend entered ...
  A: George, Ok if you tried and failed, then the 4th degree misdemeanor charge is the problem. I agree ...
Colorado Hunting License3/5/2009
  Q: I would like to go bow and/or gun hunting in Colorado but have heard that I cannot get a hunting ...
  A: Paul, Thank you for asking. It appears that you are correct. Penalties For A Domestic Violence ...
VERY OLD CONVICTION3/2/2009
  Q: IF I PLEADED TO STATUTORY DAYTIME HOUSEBREAKING IN 1981 AND AM STILL NOT ABLE TO PASS A BACKGROUND ...
  A: Jim, Thanks for asking, but any convictions misdemeanor or felony will show up on a background ...
Buying Gun/Straw Purchase2/28/2009
  Q: My husband and I are in the market for a handgun. Well we found one we wanted but he was denied for ...
  A: Tammy, Ok so take your husband with you, but you have to tell the dealer that you want to buy the ...
Handgun ownership Wisconsin2/26/2009
  Q: I was convicted of a misdemeanor U pot possession charge during 1991, does this effect my ability to ...
  A: Tim, Thanks for asking. It may affect your ability, but I doubt it. It was a long time ago and a ...
applying for class A in Mass.2/22/2009
  Q: I was wondering if I'm asked why do I need to carry what kind of answer should I give the officer ...
  A: Cido, Thanks for asking about this matter. After pondering your question, I recommend giving the ...
reinstating my gun rights2/16/2009
  Q: never a voilent crime as a juve or adult.i was wondering what steps i have to go thru or who should ...
  A: Justin, Thanks for asking about this matter. In order to get this off of your record, you should ...
Felony dropped down to misdemeanor & expunged2/14/2009
  Q: im going to be done with probation next month and the judge agreed to drop my felony down to a ...
  A: Marcelo, Thanks for asking. I would go with the Judge and since he was the one that dropped the ...
firearms card2/4/2009
  Q: I was arrested 12 years ago in illinois for mis. domestic battery. is there any way to get my ...
  A: Jack, Thanks for asking. There most likely is a way, but you will have to obtain legal help. There ...
buying a handgun1/28/2009
  Q: I have a warrant from michigan because I have not paid off all of my fines from a charge of ...
  A: Ryan, Thanks for asking. Yes if you have an outstanding warrant then when they run your background ...
ccw1/27/2009
  Q: i have a few firearms. i was convicted of DV in Kansas 3 years ago. do i need to have that ...
  A: In DV convictions the Federal & State laws usually don't allow persons to have guns. If you want to ...
homework1/26/2009
  Q: are there any limitations on this right to bear arms
  A: Bridget, Thanks for asking. The 2nd amendment states: "A well regulated militia being necessary to ...
right to bear to felon1/21/2009
  Q: My husband was convicted of a nonviolent crime in Tennessee almost 40 years ago. We now live in ...
  A: Even though it was 40 years ago, unless the felony is pardoned he will not be allowed access to ...
AR-15 Purchase/Delayed Background Check1/21/2009
  Q: I was arrested and charged with "deadly conduct" involving a handgun in Denton County, Texas on ...
  A: Joe, Thanks for asking. If for some reason, they do not allow you to have it, then I would get ...
Firearm ownership in the home.1/17/2009
  Q: After some combing thru the questions and answers on this issue,I've seen yeah's and nay's.Simply ...
  A: Steven, Thanks for asking. You had best ask an Arkansas attorney, about this matter to be certain. ...
restoration of firearms rights1/15/2009
  Q: I was convicted of a non violent drug felony, I am done with parole and the judge said he would drop ...
  A: Ivan, Thanks for asking. If the felony was dropped down to a misdemeanor and it stayed that way, ...
prior service immigrant wants to purchase firearms in state of residencey.1/14/2009
  Q: I'm a Canadian immigrant with a green card and I just got out of the marine corps. I'm living with ...
  A: I have experienced a similar situation with one of my green card customers. They said he would have ...
old felony never arrested before or since want to own a gun1/14/2009
  Q: i was arrested at 18 years old for 4.3 grams of marijuana and got it for a friend who set me up with ...
  A: Ricky, Thanks for asking about this matter. If you were charged with a felony at the age of 18, ...
expungment12/27/2008
  Q: I had 2 felonies expunged (In California) that I had committed in 1994. I did not do felony to ...
  A: Michael, Thanks for asking. From what I understand a pardon is your only option since you went from ...
restoration of gun rights iowa12/25/2008
  Q: I had a conviction in 02 for conspiracy to deliver. I was with a person. I served time and ...
  A: Mike, Thanks for asking. If your conviction was a felony, Federal law says that you may not own, ...
VA 'incompetent' decision & right to have a weapons permit12/23/2008
  Q: I am a retired Army veteran and, after a stroke, the VA says I am 'incompetent to conduct my VA ...
  A: Guy, Thanks for asking about this matter. By the way, thanks for serving our country! I am sorry ...
nyspermit denial12/18/2008
  Q: I applied for for a pistol permit (hunting and target), in nys in the county of erie and was denied ...
  A: Dan, Thanks for asking. New York is pretty sticky about gun permits and gun laws in general. ...
It's been 20 years12/9/2008
  Q: I live in Kentucky. 20 years ago I had a felony charge of defrauding a secured creditor ( missed 2 ...
  A: Mike, Thanks for asking. Since the charge occurred a long time ago, and with it being a non violent ...
right to purchase12/7/2008
  Q: i went to purchase a handgun and got a delay(not a denial). I was convicted 11 years ago on a ...
  A: Jim. Thanks for asking about this matter. I would suspect that the simple battery misdemeanor may ...
Federal felony12/3/2008
  Q: I was convicted in Dec. 2000 for conspiracy to counterfeit checks with intent to defraud citybank. I ...
  A: If you have your voting rights restored, then I would assume that you would be able to get your ...
Ability to own and possess a firearm12/2/2008
  Q: I had a federal felony conviction, and was sentenced to 5 years probation, which ended in 1991. All ...
  A: Raul, Thanks for asking me about this matter. Based on what you have said, the only way for you to ...
Concealed Carry11/24/2008
  Q: I and my wife travel regularly in our motorhome between FL and NY State (not city). All of the ...
  A: You are correct in that new York does not honor your Florida CC permit. The only way to carry a ...
domestic violence11/23/2008
  Q: i was convicted of misdemeanor domestic violence and was wondering if i could still hunt and with ...
  A: Mike, Thanks for asking me about this matter. Even though you were convicted of a misdemeanor, ...
Felon and riffle in NC11/19/2008
  Q: My husband is a convicted felon he was rail roaded into pleading guilty in order to avoid any prison ...
  A: I thank you for contacting me about this matter. In my opinion the only thing that I know that would ...
Sale and Purchase of a handgun to a minor11/18/2008
  Q: My question is about, an adult who sold an automatic weapon to a minor, what is the responsibility. ...
  A: Nelson, Thank you for asking about this matter. All NFA items must be registered with the Bureau ...
gun control11/17/2008
  Q: I am working on a project in school for constitutional law about the second amendment. Sides were ...
  A: Corinne, As you can see from my profile, I am for the 2nd amendment and the right to keep and bear ...
gun possession by felons wife11/7/2008
  Q: Can a spouse of a felon own/posess a gun while living in the same residence ? It seems to me that ...
  A: Jake, Thanks for asking. The spouse with a clear record can own a firearm, even if her husband is a ...
firearm purchase11/5/2008
  Q: I tryed to purchase a firearm from a Scheels sporting goods store sat. 11/01/08, NICS check was ...
  A: Bob, Thanks for asking. DUI convictions may affect your ability to pass NICS. If they were that ...
Felony traffic/firearm11/1/2008
  Q: I was plead guilty and was convicted for felony vehicular eluding (along with a dui) in Colorado. I ...
  A: Simon, Thanks for asking me about this matter. If you were told that your rights were restored and ...
was not aware of10/31/2008
  Q: They indited me for trying to purchase a gun from a pawnshop.I have a misdemeanor domestic violence ...
  A: Jarvis, Thanks for asking. It appears to me that your charges are showing up when you try to ...
Gun Law10/29/2008
  Q: I have done some searching and found similar questions to mine. I plead guilty to a 3rd degree drug ...
  A: The way I see it, if you have to wait 9 months before getting this felony expunged, then be sure to ...
Hunting / Firearms10/28/2008
  Q: We live in Bellevue, Nebraska...My husband was convicted almost 5 years ago on a drug charge and ...
  A: If you husband's drug charge was a felony or depending on the severity of it, he probably will not ...
fire arms10/25/2008
  Q: i have a class b felony i been out of prison for 11 years i like to go hunting and i need to know ...
  A: George, Thanks for asking. Ineligible Persons The following groups of people are ineligible to ...
Convicted With Carrying A Weapon Charge10/23/2008
  Q: Recently i was convicted of a carrying a weapon charge in Arkansas and i was wondering is there ...
  A: Mr. Hill, What exactly were you charged with in Arkansas? Carrying a CCW w/o a permit? If you are ...
felony on firearms,i.e. auto to claiborn mine10/22/2008
  Q: Dont know if I spelled that mine right or not,but the man in question isnt myself.I saw him ...
  A: Garnett, As stated above: "Those convicted of felonies and certain misdemeanors cannot own ...
felony on firearms,i.e. auto to claiborn mine10/22/2008
  Q: Dont know if I spelled that mine right or not,but the man in question isnt myself.I saw him ...
  A: Here is the list of Federal laws for firearms ownership. Ineligible Persons The following groups of ...
Gun permit10/18/2008
  Q: 8 years ago, I left the prison system for a non-violent felony. I've had 7 felony convictions in the ...
  A: Ken, I recommend seeing the lady who told you that you would get your rights back. If it is not ...
right to bear arms10/17/2008
  Q: Don, I was convicted of a felony possession of drugs way back in 1988 in the state of Wisconsin. I ...
  A: Since I am not an attorney in the state of Wisconsin I first recommend that you contact legal help. ...
family members living w/me on probation10/11/2008
  Q: My son recently received a sentence for DUI and will be getting another in 3 months for another ...
  A: Brian, Thanks for contacting me. Federal law states that felons cannot own or possess firearms. If ...
What is with the firearm identification card in Massachusetts10/7/2008
  Q: I have recently moved from Pennsylvania to MA and have been told to look up the FID requirements. ...
  A: Mack, You picked a liberal known for anti gun politicians state to move to. Here is the deal: ...
Loss of Gun ownership?10/2/2008
  Q: This question makes me nervious. I am a purple heart veteran and because of a traffic accident I was ...
  A: Mike, Thanks for contacting me. Your accident is not a felony so yes, you can still have guns. It ...
felon guns in house9/27/2008
  Q: I'm a felon. Sexual abuse, covicted in 2001 im not on parole or probation I am living with ...
  A: I am not a lawyer. You need to check this out with legal assistance. I do know that Federal law ...
covicted felons with bows or musel loaders9/24/2008
  Q: My husband is a convicted felon,he was on parole and the p.o. told him that primative weapons like ...
  A: Federal law states that convicted felons cannot own firearms. A muzzle loader is a firearm. I have ...
13 YEARS9/23/2008
  Q: I had a felony 13 years ago for grand theft 2nd degree and had all my rights restored can I apply ...
  A: Franchetta, Thanks for asking me about this. If your rights have been restored and the felony is ...
juvenile/felony9/18/2008
  Q: I tried to get a gun on august 14,2008. The FBI said they didnt have enough info and it would be a ...
  A: Yolanda, Yes the felony arson charge is the reason that you were denied. The FBI most likely would ...
Carry Permit for NY9/14/2008
  Q: I have a question that I am hoping you can aide me with. I currently live in Erie County in NY. I ...
  A: The 2nd amendment states: "A well regulated militia, being necessary to the security of a free ...
Criminal History / Convicted felon9/4/2008
  Q: If someone had a record of a convicted felony theft in 1990, than a felony burglary in 1991, a ...
  A: I am glad that you understand that I am not legal counsel. Yes, you most likely have to answer the ...
Few Questions8/10/2008
  Q: I live in Florida All My life I was arrested as a juvenile for for a Drug charge i was 17 i did all ...
  A: Mr. Watson, I am sorry for your difficult time concerning this matter. After getting the run around ...
muzzloader law in ca.8/5/2008
  Q: did the time and got out on probation. violated that and was sent to prison.did 4 years of parole ...
  A: Richard, The only way you can hunt with a firearm is to have the felony conviction pardoned. ...
Felon owning a firearm7/28/2008
  Q: I would like to know if I can own a firearm. I was convicted of a felony in NJ about 27 years ago. I ...
  A: James, Thanks for asking about this matter. As long as the felony is still on your record then as ...
ccw juvenile record7/19/2008
  Q: If i apply for a non-resident Florida or Utha CCW license will my juvenile drug charge be used ...
  A: Anthony, Thanks for contacting me about this. If your juvenile drug charge was a felony conviction, ...
antique gun sale on eBay7/16/2008
  Q: A friend has an old French rifle that he acquired from gun smith in Mali, West Africa about 20 years ...
  A: Chad, Thanks for asking. I do not think that Ebay allows any firearms to be sold, antique or not. ...
my right to bear arms7/15/2008
  Q: I was arrested over two years ago on 3 felony marijuana distribution charges and 2 felony ...
  A: Joe, Thanks for asking. If you get cleared of the last two charges in court, and there is not a ...
restoration of rights7/3/2008
  Q: I was convicted of a felony...non violent in 04. I'am a sportsman and I participated in sportibng ...
  A: Brad, Thanks for asking. FYI Some states do offer methods of pardoning felony convictions. Federal ...
ccw and the work place6/26/2008
  Q: I was recently let go from a company in Elkhart In. They have a company policy of keeping ...
  A: Scott, Thanks for asking me about this matter. Unfortunately, whether or not you have a CCW, or if ...
convicted of a felony6/26/2008
  Q: is there any state that has allowed a person convicted of a felony (non violent crime) my case it ...
  A: To my knowledge some states have legal means which may pardon the long time ago felony conviction. ...
FFL Licensee Right to Carry.6/25/2008
  Q: Does the ownership of a FFL license & the owner of a sporting goods shop, that is a gun dealer, have ...
  A: I do not belive that New Jersey would allow FFL holders a CCW just because they are dealers. Most ...
Curios & Relics shipping6/19/2008
  Q: I have a Colt New Service revolver that I need to ship from Calif to Arkansas ,The gun is on the ...
  A: If your gun is on the C&R list, you can ship it to a C&R FFL. There is no reason you have to send it ...
convicted felon on appeal - gun in other persons bedroom6/12/2008
  Q: is a person who was convicted in fed. ct. and whose case is on appeal guilty of a felon in ...
  A: Ok, If the record was checked and he had permission, then D. is in the clear as per the Magistrate ...
convicted felon on appeal - gun in other persons bedroom6/9/2008
  Q: is a person who was convicted in fed. ct. and whose case is on appeal guilty of a felon in ...
  A: Laurence, Let me see if I can fully understand this: A person who was convicted of felony firearm ...
guns and liivng with a convected felon5/16/2008
  Q: i live in NY upstate and wanted to know can i own guns living with a convicted felon. they were ...
  A: Michelle, Thanks for asking me about this matter. As long as you are not a felon too and he has no ...
Felon and guns5/5/2008
  Q: My son was convicted of a felony. He is on probation and may come and live with us. We have rifles ...
  A: It is fine for him to live in your home as long as he does not have access to the rifles in the gun ...
Kansas felon and Antique Firearms4/8/2008
  Q: My brother was convicted of Agg. child endangerment in Kansas and has served his time. When my ...
  A: Here is what federal law says about this issue. Acquiring Firearms Once a person has made the ...
felony laws3/29/2008
  Q: I am contacting you on behalf of my father. He is a felon and when he was released they did not give ...
  A: Federal firearm laws prohibit convicted felons from purchasing a firearm as do many state laws. Gun ...
restoration of firearms ownership3/19/2008
  Q: I pleaded guilty to misdemeanor domestic violence and waived my right to trial in Cedar Rapids Iowa ...
  A: Sims, In today's anti gun climate, domestic violence can cause problems even if the original ...
rkba2/15/2008
  Q: i live in alaska.in 1992 i was convicted of a 2 felonies. since then i have had no run ins with the ...
  A: Jeremy, Thank you for contacting me concerning this matter. In Alaska, you can apply to be ...

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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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