Can a convicted felon who is not supposed to have a gun marry someone who owns guns legally?
599060
I'd say it's a total loophole, the law says that a convicted felon may not purchase or have a firearm in his or her possession; by marrying someone you do not assume their punishments so, I'd say yes you can marry someone who owns guns. However, if that person were to be caught and convicted of a crime in the possession of this said gun the law would then apply.
801378
Convicted felons and people with active DVOs cannot have guns.  I don't think it would be your fault if you gave one to them though if you did not know.
372895
If a federal crime was committed then a federal court will prosecute and determine the sentencing.  For example.  You have no criminal record.  In fact you have a concealed carry permit to legally carry a gun.  You carry the gun into a federal courthouse.  You have just committed a felony under federal law and you will be arrested and go to jail.\n\nAnother circumstance is a person has no record, but they get involved in transporting drugs.  They are still criminals, they just haven't been caught yet.  If they are in possession of a firearm while in the commission of a drug crime there are minimum sentencing laws.  Many times they will toss out some charges to get a plea deal for the big charges.
446947
What exactly do you mean? There's no such thing as a pistol permit in Florida. We're free to own guns here without asking permission first.\n\nThere is, however, a permit to carry a concealed weapon - but New York does not honor it. Get yourself a New York gun permit as soon as possible, and make sure you jump through whatever hoops Suffolk County and New York state requires.
707773
Bound's hubby here:\n\nFirst, thank you for identifying upfront that this is a homework assignment!\n\nI believe that any person who is not a convicted felon has the right to possess guns (and ammunition) in their home. I was brought up around guns, and taught a healthy respect for them. I realize many people have not been brought up around guns, and may have a healthy fear of guns ...I respect this. \n\nThe decision to possess firearms in the home is a personal decision, plain and simple! A firearm in the home may serve one or many of multiple purposes: recreation (sport shooting), occupation (a tool of one's job), collection (a person's hobby), hunting (putting food on one's table), or defense (protecting one's loved ones and home). \n\nYes, I know in today's modern society most people do not "need" to hunt. For some, this is not a choice ... it supplements their income or its their choice to have leaner meats that are free of steriods which are not available at your local grocery store!\n\nI know it is an old cliche, but it is coming more to life every day ... when honest people no longer have guns, only criminals will have guns. With the increasing number of home invasions, often being perpetrated by members of the drug culture, a "911" call will not hold them at bay until the police arrive. In today's society, as much as in the past, the individual has a right and obligation to protect themselves and their loved ones!\n\nGood luck!
950099
Depends on the state, in some states it's not possible to rape your spouse.
570356
Yes. Most of us have done something in our lives that we are not proud of. Sometimes in was over 20 years ago when we were younger and not very wise in our ways. Even those who are offenders pay taxes, therfore we are people under the constitution with inalienable rights (see constitution).  \nPerhaps a regulation on the type or how many firearms would be more appropriate for non-violent offenders.
464167
I think the second amendment is just that, the right to bear arms.  I honestly think if murdered people had a gun in their home and had time to get it, they would not be dead and their murderer would be, or at least injured and in jail.  In some of these homicide cases, the murderer is never found.  I would rather have the comfort of knowing that way up in the corner of my closet where no child can reach is a my life saving .45 automatic then nothing and being slaughtered.
1023138
Yes it is illegal but angry people with guns don't usually care about the law. I have been in your shoes and the man is in jail for now. In Vermont we have UMBRELLA which helps women like us find a safe place and other things that they need. They even went to court with me to keep him from trying to hurt me. Look in the yellow pages where you are for battered womens help or Legal Aid. Be careful and please stay safe. There is help out there please look into it. Thank you
487483
Of course you can if you are over 21 and follow Pennsylvania law regarding purchasing a handgun,or whatever type you want.\nPFA is protect against abuse,contempt of that order has nothing to do with your purchasing a gun.Unless your a convicted felon,then the PFA doesn't have anything to do with it, but the felony conviction does.
1053633
To me it is. In no way does a Gun "protect you". It's not a sheild, it's a weapon. If you love one another, you wouldn't carry a weapon to injure or possibly kill anyone.
590510
I don't think convicted felons can EVER legally get a handgun. That is one of the prices they have to pay (a right they loose by doing the crime.) Sucks to be a criminal. It does stay with you for life.  We need to teach our children why crime doesn't pay.
1060997
Convicted felons can be deprived of certain rights that otherwise are guaranteed by the constitution. This is an ancient and accepted legal tradition known as "civil death."  \n\nThis deprivation of rights is limited however to those things which are construed as being privileges of citizenship rather than fundamental human rights. Gun ownership, voting, the practice of certain professions, and holding civic office are the most prominent of such privileges.
14457
IF YOUR A CONVICTED FELON,NEVER.
220365
Yes.  But be sure you are not interested in any position that involves security clearance.  If you get married to a felon, it could limit your ability to move up the ranks since it might affect your ability to get approval to do some military tasks.
190891
No. The federal government determines citizenship, and the Defense of Marriage Act pretty much says you aren't married, regardless of what Massachusetts says.\n\nhttp://www.lectlaw.com/files/leg23.htm
180140
Yes they can.  A felon under State conviction must apply to the Governor for Restatement of individual rights.  Those of a federal conviction must apply to the President for a pardon.\n\nAlthough some Presidents and Governorsmay have given pardons for other than legal reasons, most have taken this power very seriously.  Those who have been pardon or received their rights, have met requirements established by the executive and their staff and earned their reinstatement.