Legal Question in Criminal Law in Montana

firearm posession by a registered violent offender

I was wondering what the law is regarding a registered violent offender (aggravated assault) having guns in his place of resident even if not registered to him, but his father instead. Can the offender have close access to such firearms even if probation has ended. I realize that he may not apply for a permit to purchase a new gun, but what about pre-owed firearm material that is stored at his registered place of residence?


Asked on 11/06/06, 1:44 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Charles Aspinwall Charles S. Aspinwall, J.D., LLC

Re: firearm posession by a registered violent offender

A convicted felon may not, under federal law, possess a dangerous instrumentality [firearm] under any circumstances. Ownership matters not. The felon may not have access to them. If a felon is living with someone who has firearms, the felon must either move or get them to remove the firearms from the premises. No exceptions.

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Answered on 11/06/06, 2:26 pm


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