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Can you marry a convicted felon and still own a firearm?
Answer
The short answer is “Yes”, but there are some things to be aware of first. Minnesota Law prohibits people with certain kinds of convictionsfrom possessing firearms – This includes certain felonies and non-felony offenses. Also of relevance is whether your significant other is currently on probation.
The first thing you’d want to talk to a lawyer about is whether your significant other’s conviction is one which would bar them from possessing firearms.Fortunately, even if it is, that’s not the end of the story. You could still keep and own a firearm so long as it was kept in a place and stored in a way that only you—and not your spouse—could access it. You could also own a firearm and have it stored somewhere outside of your residence. Also, felons who are prohibited by law from possessing firearms can file a petition asking the court to restore their firearms rights for good cause. Our experienced attorneys can help with every stage of this process, from identifying what restrictions the law places on you and your loved ones’ firearm rights, helping you work with and discuss potential options surrounding those restrictions, and petitioning the court to end those restrictions.
Please contact our attorneys today at 612-DEFENSE (612-333-3673).
