my boyfriend has a "crime of violence" felony and now can not hunt. He says that he can bowhunt...he is on probation for 5 yrs. Is it true that he can bowhunt?
2007-10-15 06:59:01 · 8 answers · asked by Stephanie P 1 in Sports ➔ Outdoor Recreation ➔ Hunting
I just contacted the MN DNR and YES he can archery hunt! Thanks to all who replied!
2007-10-15 15:06:58 · update #1
I believe so but you should contact MN.dnr.org or give them a call. It is my understanding that one with a felony CANNOT OWN a FIREARM (which includes: HANDGUN, RIFLE or SHOTGUN).
2007-10-15 08:03:12 · answer #1 · answered by gretsch16pc 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I dont know, but if you find out, let us all know. I know that in Utah, if you have a felony on your record, you cant have a bow.
I hear that some states allow a felon to hunt, only with a bow. I dont know.
But I do know this. I will just become a poacher. Give me no way to hunt, and I will poach. So be it. I hear they even want to take away fishing too. I say if you have done your time and Paid your debt to society, you should be able to hunt again, at least with a bow.
2007-10-15 07:12:53 · answer #2 · answered by sunshine man 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes if you live in the state of Minnesota and you are a convicted felon you can bow hunt just can't muzzle load or any kind of fire arm. That includes the use of a pellet rifle dumb I know but that's the law. Already checked into it with the local authorities and fish and game.
2016-11-02 18:10:13 · answer #3 · answered by Jesse 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know that in Arkansas felons are allowed to bow hunt, but I am not sure about other states. Better check first with teh local game&fish
2007-10-15 07:09:11 · answer #4 · answered by evo741hpr3 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make sure to take your hunter's safety course, if he hasn't already.
If you need to take it, tell them you are a felon, and bring an air rifle when you have your range day. You won't be allowed to touch any firearms.
2007-10-16 11:34:49 · answer #5 · answered by James D 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pretty sure he can use archery or possibly primitive arms Muzzleloaders best bet is like everyone says and check the local laws. http://www.house.leg.state.mn.us/hrd/pubs/firearms.pdf
2007-10-15 10:02:42 · answer #6 · answered by brokerman74067 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
just give him some time, he can do it perfectly.
2007-10-19 06:58:37 · answer #7 · answered by zigzag boy 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would be very surprised if he could.*
2007-10-15 08:51:14 · answer #8 · answered by dca2003311@yahoo.com 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋