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2nd Amendment Rights For Felons In Alameda
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The results of the Analysis will likely lead to one of the following options below. Generally, to reinstate your firearm rights in California, a Felony conviction must be Reduced to a Misdemeanor. Felonies that are eligible for Reduction are considered Wobblers.
In general, a conviction for any felony offense will result in a lifetime ban on your ability to possess or own a gun. Certain misdemeanors, such as those involving domestic violence or even drug offenses, may also result in temporary or lifetime bans depending on the conduct which gave rise to the conviction.
Theoretically, if you are convicted of any felony, then you are subject to a lifetime ban. In California, most convicted felons face a lifetime ban on owning firearms. However, in rare cases, gun rights may be restored after 10 years if the felony is reduced to a misdemeanor and meets specific criteria.
Can a felon own a gun in California after ten years? No, not unless they successfully have the felony reduced to a misdemeanor or secure a pardon from the Governor of California.
However, U.S. Supreme Court decisions of Heller (2008) and McDonald (2010) established that the Second Amendment applies to all states within the Union, and many of California's gun laws are now being challenged in the federal courts.
Yes, your spouse can legally own a gun if you're a felon in California, but it must be stored in a way that you cannot access it. As a felon, you are prohibited from possessing or handling firearms, and failure to comply with these restrictions can result in additional legal consequences for both parties.