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Both Federal and State laws prohibit you from possessinga firearm if you are a convicted felon, have been convicted of domestic violence, are a fugitive, under indictment for a felony, have been adjudged mentally incompetent, dishonorably discharged from the military, drug addict, or are an illegal alien.

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Q: What laws prevent you from owning a firearm in California?
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