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Wrongful Possession Of Arms In Dallas
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UNLAWFUL POSSESSION OF FIREARM After five years, possession of a firearm remains illegal unless it is possessed at a residence address. It is also illegal to possess a firearm at home or elsewhere within five years of release from community supervision or confinement for a conviction for assault-family violence.
Section 46.04 of the Texas Penal Code makes it illegal for someone convicted of a felony to possess a firearm. If more than 5 years have passed since completing their prison sentence (including parole or probation), the law allows possessing a firearm at home.
A full restoration of rights, however, can only be achieved by submitting an application to the Clemency Section of the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles. Without being granted a pardon, a felon's right to possess a firearm is limited to the place where they are living.
Texas law says no, but it contains an exception. Section 46.04 of the Texas Penal Code makes it illegal for someone convicted of a felony to possess a firearm. If more than 5 years have passed since completing their prison sentence (including parole or probation), the law allows possessing a firearm at home.
Unlawful possession of a firearm is generally punishable as a Class A misdemeanor, which comes with a presumptive sentence of up to one year in jail and/or fines not to exceed $4,000 (Tex. Penal Code §12.21). There are also cases where unlawful possession of a firearm is considered a felony of the third degree.
Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon Penalties in Dallas. Unlawful possession of firearm crimes are punishable as follows: Class A Misdemeanor — Up to one year in jail and/or a fine of up to $4,000. Third-Degree Felony — Up to 10 years in prison and/or a fine of up to $10,000.
A: You cannot knowingly be in the presence of a gun as a convicted felon in Texas. If you are in a vehicle and the firearm is in vehicle and not on the person it could be considered constructive possession. Best not be be in a vehicle that you know has a gun in it.