Under 790.001, firearm is defined as follows: (6) “Firearm” means any weapon (including a starter gun) which will, is designed to, or may readily...

Under federal law, a felon is prohibited from possessing a firearm unless your rights have been restored, including your right to possess firearms....

It is almost impossible to imagine a prosecution in the circumstances you have described. In all likelihood, the affirmative defense would apply. ...

Can you help?

If you have evidence of a crime, go to the police. If you believe your attorneys acted improperly, report them to the local board of professional...

Can I still invoke federal diversity jurisdiction and file in my state (Utah) even though the violated statute is in Nevada?

First, this is not a federal crime question. Second, you cannot file in Utah if the claim arose in Nevada. The federal court in Nevada does not...

Every state has its own rules. Contact the state licensing authority and ask them.

Will a pending case affect someone coming home on parole?

When he is eligible for parole, he should be transferred to the court where his charges are pending. That court can then decide if he should be...

The best way to get a favorable sentence is to hire a good lawyer to represent you. Your sentence will depend on the facts of this case and your...

Can someone with a misdemeanor have a gun?

You have asked this question now five times. At some point, if you want your 2d Amendment rights back, you are going to have to hire an attorney to...

Stolen Ipad?

If the police have evidence that you stole the Ipad, you can be charged with it, even if it was never found in your possession. But from what you...