A person convicted of ANY felony is prohibited from owning a firearm in ANY state- this is a Federal law. However, some persons that have completely discharged their sentences for a STATE crime MAY petition to have their civil rights restored by the state. For the process to do that, you need a West Virginia attorney to advise you. Possession of a firearm by a felon that has NOT had the right to possess a gun restored is a Federal felony, good for 5-10 years in a Federal prison. Really- see an attorney for this one- not WikiAnswers.
Not usually. Violent felons are managed in the criminal court system.
NO! Convicted felons (violent or non-violent) cannot purchase or possess a firearm. It is the seriousness of the criminal offense, NOT whether it was violent, or not.
No. Felons may not own, possess, or have access to firearms - no distinction in the law is made between violent and non-violent felons.
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It depends, and there are two parts to the answer. Generally speaking, felons cannot own or even possess handguns, and no state will issue handgun permits to felons. UNLESS: The felon has had his or her rights restored. In that case, yes, it is possible for a felon to obtain a gun permit.
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it is illegal for them to discriminate if the charge is not conflict with the position.
Yes, in most cases felons can receive Section 8 housing assistance. However, there are exceptions, particularly if the conviction is for drug-related or violent crimes. Each case is evaluated on an individual basis.
Yes, felons can have a passport depending on the type of felony. Often, violent felonies or felonies that were international including drug trafficking will make it impossible to get a passport.
It depends entirely on the crime. Many things are felonies that should not be. A felony can be as minor as driving with a suspended license, or any number of non-violent crimes. These people pose little risk. A violent felon, a kidnapper, a burglar or drug dealer represent an on-going danger to the community and should be carefully examined before parole.
Depeneds on your area but check with the local probation office they usually can provide a list with phone number of places that hire felons.