Oklahoma Possessing a Firearm After A Felony Conviction-Elements is an Oklahoma criminal charge that is a felony offense. It occurs when someone has previously been convicted of a felony and then is found in possession of a firearm or other type of weapon. This charge is known as 21 O.S. § 1283 and carries heavy punishments if convicted. It is important to note that this charge is separate from other firearms-related offenses. The State of Oklahoma has two different types of possessing a firearm after a felony conviction elements: Possession of a Firearm After Former Conviction of a Felony (21 O.S. § 1283) and Possession of a Firearm After Former Conviction of a Violent Offense (21 O.S. § 1283A). Under 21 O.S. § 1283, a person is guilty of possessing a firearm after a felony conviction if they: (1) have been convicted of a felony in Oklahoma or any other jurisdiction; (2) possess, carry, or possess with intent to use a firearm, or any other weapon; and (3) the person had knowledge of the felony conviction. Under 21 O.S. § 1283A, a person is guilty of possessing a firearm after a violent offense conviction if they: (1) have been convicted of a violent offense in Oklahoma or any other jurisdiction; (2) possess, carry, or possess with intent to use a firearm, or any other weapon; and (3) the person had knowledge of the violent offense conviction. Both of these charges are felonies and carry heavy punishments if convicted. If convicted of either charge, a person can face a minimum of two (2) years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000. Additionally, a person convicted of either charge will have their firearm rights revoked.