Who is eligible to own a gun [according to U,S,A policy and law]
2006-10-25 17:34:07 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Politics
Every idiot and their Grandma!
2006-10-25 17:35:48 · answer #1 · answered by soulsearcher 5 · 1⤊ 2⤋
If you want to own a hand gun you have to at least 21 yeras old and be able to pass an FBI back ground check. The same goes for a long gun except the age is 18. States may have different laws concerning ownership of firearms but the federal law is the same for all 50 states.
2006-10-25 17:52:24 · answer #2 · answered by sickand tired 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
On the Federal level you need answer "no" to all the questions on ATF form 4473 except the first one which asks if you're the true purchaser. (which you should answer yes of course). Some states require a permit just to buy a gun, or require registration, but most don't. The requires to get a ccw (in those states where you can) vary a little but they are mostly in-line with the Federal reqs.
2006-10-27 10:13:33 · answer #3 · answered by benminer 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
According to the Constitution, Founders, and the Federalist Papers all American citizens.
State laws vary greatly, but for the most part ex-felons, those who have been convicted of domestic violence, and mentally ill cannot own firearms.
Everyone goes through a background check,
2006-10-25 17:41:08 · answer #4 · answered by .45 Peacemaker 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Basically, since it is a constitutional right, everyone can. However there is a background check and some exclusions. No felons are allowed or people with mental illness. This is only checked at the time the gun is purhased.
2006-10-25 17:39:19 · answer #5 · answered by sdh0407 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
American citizens over 18 with no felony convictions, that have completed a gun safety test and waited 15 days after purchase (in California).
2006-10-25 17:37:41 · answer #6 · answered by Curtis 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Bascially, anyone over 18 who is not a felon. Laws vary by state.
2006-10-25 17:39:09 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
In Ohio you have to be 18 to own a riffle and 21 to own a handgun.
2006-10-25 17:44:44 · answer #8 · answered by Robin W 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Convicted felons
2006-10-25 17:39:51 · answer #9 · answered by DyrtByrd 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Any US Citizen, over the age of 18, who has never been convicted of a felony.
2006-10-25 17:36:56 · answer #10 · answered by Chredon 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Every state is different, you need to check your states website to find out the laws in your state.
2006-10-25 17:36:37 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋