AboutDan 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 cannot answer questions that require legal consultation 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.
Expert: Dan Haynes Date: 3/29/2008 Subject: felony laws
Question I am contacting you on behalf of my father. He is a felon and when he was released they did not give him a list of laws that he must follow. I was wondering if you can help me out on the gun laws, voting and ect. He wants to know what he can and can't do. Thank you, Tommy
Answer Dear Tommy,
Thanks for contacting me about this. Federal firearm laws prohibit convicted felons from purchasing a firearm as do many state laws.
Gun rights and voting rights can be restored by executive pardon or some other means depending on what the state law is.
You will need to check with your own state laws on that. I suggest that you contact legal assistance.
If I can be of any further help, please contact me again.
