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Virginia Firearms Code - convicted felon

I am a person who was plead guilty in VA to a non-violent felony 10 yrs ago. My friend who has never been convicted of any crime has asked me to move in with him. He owns his own farm. I know that I can not posses or own a firearm however I know that my boyfriend owns a gun to hunt deer which he keeps locked in a safe. Can I live with him or does he have to get rid of the gun in order for me to live there?


Asked on 3/20/09, 10:18 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Michael Hendrickson Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson

Re: Virginia Firearms Code - convicted felon

No, your friend should not have to give up his gun(s)under the circumstances described in order for you to avoid being charged as a felon in possession of a firearm. Obviously, however, you should not be holding nor discharging this weapon under any circumstances which could be construed as possessing it in violation of the law.

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Answered on 3/20/09, 10:50 am
Cary Moseley Law Office of Cary Powell Moseley, PLLC

Re: Virginia Firearms Code - convicted felon

I agree. You should not be any where near the gun at any time for any reason, as you would then run the risk of being in constructive or actual possession.

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Answered on 3/20/09, 11:53 am


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