Can a felon own a gun?

Answer 1

As far as I know-the answer is NO. They gave up that right when convicted of a felony.And I do believe they can never own one again legally regardless of what type of crime it was.

Added; In some states you can petition the state to have SOME of your firearm possesion rights restored if you were convicted of certain STATE offenses, but the state MUST grant that right to you.

As far as Federal Felony convictees are concerned, they may NEVER own or possess a firearm again, and the penalty for possession is up to a maximum of 15 years in prison.

YES...

I am an ex-felon.

Charged, Convicted and Sentenced in California with 9 counts of Grand Theft (487.1) and Possession of Stolen Goods (496) about 22 years ago. Did 9 months of the 1 year charge. 3 years of felony probation.

Several years ago I purchased a pistol. Obtained a California Guard Card, Baton, Chemical, First Aid and an Exposed Weapon Permit.

Recently my ex-wife got upset, called the police and said I was an ex-felon with a firearm. They booked me... I showed my documentation, they released me, the District Attorney verified my information and now I'm typing this for all to read...

The facts - Can a felon own a firearm? the answer is NO.

So what you need to do is remove the felony from your record just like I did.

1. Get your RAP Sheet from the Sherrif's Department where you were booked ($25)

2. Go to the Superior Courthouse and obtain and file the forms PC 1203.4 and PC 17 (b) - ($240)

3. Appear in court when you get your letter.

NOTE: The PC 17 (b) is key. Not all states offer it. Read the rules about those whom can file and the wait time is 2 years after your crime and restituion.

Answer 2

SOME states, under certain limited circumstances (you will have to do your own research on which states and what circumstances) will grant felons a limited 'right' to possess a firearm. However, overall, Federal law prohibits fierarms possession to felons in general.

If this applies to you - do your research carefully so as not to be in violation of the law! Violation of the federal law carries a STIFF and unforgiving sentence!

Answer 3

You will have to check with the state in which you were convicted. After following certain procedures some states allow it and some states don't. If you were convicted in FEDERAL court - forget it - federal felons are forever prohibited from possessing one.

Answer 4

It depends on your state laws; in short only if your state allow restoration of your gun rights. An example is Arkansas. Your best options are check with your state's Attorney General's office or consult an attorney that practices criminal law.

Answer 5

It depends on many different factors. Primarily,

1. your state

2. your crime

From what I've heard, most states, if you're a convicted felon, without civil rights restored, you will never be able to.

Check with your local authorities, state cops and whatnot.

Hope this helps.

Answer 6

never

actually, there are some circumstances where a felon can have his rights restored.

Answer 7

When he or she completes the process to have his/her rights restored.

Answer 8

How can a convicted felon rights be restored

Answer 9

they can if they dont get caught

Answer 10

Yes