Legal Question in Criminal Law in California
Regaining firearm rights post felony conviction/prison/parole
Please help:
What needs to be done (if possible) in restoring of my firearms right---strickly for purpose of sport hunting.
I was convicted of a felony with enhancement of armed w/Fire commis felony. State prison term served followed by 3yr parole in good standing. Number discharged 2 years ago.
I regret pleading guilty to above charges because it was never appreciated by the responsible party.
But what I miss most is the ability to hunt with friends and family.
I know to own is not the same as to possess---what if I went hunting with my brother today could I get another charge?
Would the use of a cross bow be considered a firearm? Both the compound and/or trigger types.
Thanking you in advance for your replies. Hoping for good news.
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: Regaining firearm rights post felony conviction/prison/parole
A felon in possession of a firearm is a new felony, and would be a second strike for you. You can't even touch any firearm legally, anywhere.
Restoring your firearm rights would be difficult, at best, and expensive. It would require a governor's pardon and/or restoration of rights by the courts. Not likely to happen, regardless of effort and expense.
A bow and arrow is not a 'firearm', but the interpretation of what is a banned 'weapon' is too subjective to "guarantee" you that a police officer, DA or court wouldn't find that to be a violation by you. It shouldn't, but ???
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