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What is Unlawful possession of a firearm during the commission of a violent crime?
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Exactly what you have stated.
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Is unlawful use of a firearm a violent crime?
Unable to determine from the information you have provided- it could be.
Is being in a car with a firearm a violent felony?
Maybe - maybe not. If the gun was involved in a violent felony and you are in possession of it, yes, you could be charged with that violent felony. Even being IN a car with a gun places you in, what is called, "concurrent possession" of that gun.
Is unlawful use of a firearm considered violent or non violent?
It will only be considered violent if you point the gun at a person, attempt to fire the gun at a person, or shoot at a person. But first off, if you are using a gun unlawfully, you will already be fined significantly. As far as the law is concerned, any use of a firearm unlawfully will be considered violent, whether any of the above is done or not. Minor firearm offenses, such as improper transport methods in a car, are not.
Is assault with a firearm considered a violent crime?
No. "Violent" crime is normally defined as a crime in which another person was injured or someone tried to injure another person.
Is a felon whose crime is neither violent nor gun-related prohibited from owning any firearm in Georgia?
Not only in Georgia, but also in any state or territorial possession of the United States.
How far does background check to get a gun permit in Ohio?
No state permit or license is required to purchase a handgun, rifle, or shotgun in Ohio.Of course, it is unlawful to sell a handgun to a person under 21, or any firearm to a person under 18.It is unlawful for the following persons to knowingly acquire, have, carry, or use any firearm:Fugitives.Persons indicted for or convicted of a violent felony or adjudicated delinquent child for the commission of an offense that if committed by an adult, would have been a violent felony.Persons indicted for or convicted of a drug offense, or adjudicated a delinquent child for the commission of an offense that, if committed by an adult, would have been an offense involving the illegal possession, use, sale, administration, distribution, or trafficking in any drug of abuse.Alcoholics and drug-dependent persons.Adjudicated mental incompetents.Persons disqualified under the second or third item above may obtain relief from disability from the court of common pleas by presenting facts showing fitness for relief from the state disabilities.
Can non violent felons purchase a gun in Ohio?
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.
Is a felon in possession of a handgun a violent or non violent crime?
Generally speaking, simple possession of the handgun is a non-violent crime. Violent crime is normally defined as a crime where someone is hurt, or where force is used on another person. Note, however, depending on the local laws and the circumstances, it may still be a felony.
Is second degree manslaughter a non violent crime in Kentucky?
The unlawful killing of a human with or with out malice is not accepted in Kentucky. the answer is NO.
What was the purpose of the 1940 smith's act?
to make it unlawful to teach or advocate the violent overthrow of the U.S. government (0_o)
What was the purpose of the 1940 smith act?
The purpose of the 1940 Smith Act was to criminalize advocating the violent overthrow of the government and to restrict the activities of communists and other radicals in the United States.
Who should be able to own and carry a firearm?
Resonsible, sane adults that do not have a history of violent crime.
