Do I Have the Right to Own a Gun After a DWI?

New York state has a reputation for having very strict gun laws. This is especially the case if you have previously committed a criminal offense. Any violation of these gun laws will lead to serious criminal charges and penalties. Read on to understand whether you have the right to own a gun after a DWI offense and how a seasoned Spring Valley gun crime lawyer of The Law Office of Kevin T. Conway can help you navigate these complex laws.

Can I own a gun if I get a DWI in New York state?

New York law states that an individual who has been convicted of a felony or otherwise a serious offense cannot be issued or renewed a handgun license. Federal law similarly states that an individual who has been convicted of a felony is prohibited from possessing firearms. Thus, you cannot obtain a gun license if you have been convicted of a DWI offense.

What are the consequences of owning a gun after a DWI in New York state?

You are likely facing some sort of consequences if you are caught illegally owning a gun. Such consequences can be tied to either a misdemeanor or a felony, as they depend on the circumstances of your case. They read as follows:

• Class B misdemeanor, with up to three months in jail:
  
  • Unlawful possession of certain ammunition feeding devices.
• Class A misdemeanor, with up to one year in jail:
  • Unlawful possession of a large capacity ammunition feeding device.
  • Criminal possession of a weapon in the fourth degree.
  • Criminal purchase or disposal of a weapon.
  • Certain wounds were reported.
  • Unsafe storage of rifles, shotguns, and firearms.
• Class E felony, with up to four years in prison:
  
  • Criminal possession of a weapon on school grounds.
  • Criminal possession of a firearm.
• Class D felony, with between two to seven years in prison:
  
  • Criminal possession of a weapon or sale of a firearm in the third degree.
• Class C felony, with between three to 15 years in prison:
  
  • Criminal possession of a weapon, use of a firearm, or sale of a firearm in the second degree.
  • Criminal sale of a firearm with the aid of a minor or to a minor.
  • Aggravated criminal possession of a weapon.
• Class B felony, with up to 25 years in prison:
  
  • Criminal possession of a dangerous weapon, use of a firearm, or sale of a firearm in the first degree.

If you have been accused of criminal ownership of a gun after a DWI offense, you need the proper representation. Contact a competent Spring Valley DWI defense attorney as soon as you possibly can.

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